Avonhead Travel Guide

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, a bay or harbour and mountains

Lyttelton Harbour

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Hagley Park
New Brighton Beach which includes a sandy beach, surf and surfing

New Brighton Beach

Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

New Brighton Beach
Sumner Beach which includes rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Sumner Beach
Christchurch which includes street scenes

Cathedral Square

You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Cathedral Square
Christchurch Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

Christchurch Gondola

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola

Things to do

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

฿5,360
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

฿7,505
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

฿7,548
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Sun is out at Mt Cook

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

฿5,828
per adult
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
TranzAlpine Train

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

฿7,602
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

฿7,505
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand
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Top hotels in Avonhead

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ฿4,813 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,813
฿5,535 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"The hotel is very close to the airport its walkable, Room was excellent and breakfast was good."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿2,535 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿2,535
฿2,915 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent facilities including the great gym. As always, the Rydges breakfast still holds the top spot against all of the hotels we have stated in."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Fable Christchurch

Fable Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿3,043 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿3,043
฿3,499 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Fantastic location, everything was an easy walk away. Room was lovely, overall we had a great stay."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Fable Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿4,103 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,103
฿4,718 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (446 reviews)
"Super efficient and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is ฿3,798 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,798
฿4,367 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
"Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿1,510 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿1,510
฿1,736 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Very clean, super nice two bedroom apartment equipped with full kitchen and a coffee/espresso maker. The area is amazing with a botanical garden across the road. Will surely stay again"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Avonhead

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Ilam

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

Ilam
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Burnside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

Burnside
International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

Christchurch Airport

While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.

Christchurch Airport
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Fendalton

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

Riccarton
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Hornby

The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

Hornby

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