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
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
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
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
Riccarton Road

Riccarton Road

During your visit to Christchurch, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Riccarton Road

Things to do

TranzAlpine Train

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

฿8,033
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

฿5,198
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

฿1,266
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

฿4,725
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

฿8,316
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
Sun is out at Mt Cook

Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo (Small Group)

฿5,651
per adult
Mt Cook Day Tour From Christchurch via Lake Tekapo (Small Group)
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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 ฿4,735 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿4,735
฿5,446 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great hotel in a great location - if you’re flying from Christchurch airport of course… Only negative - receptionist was surly and unfriendly. Not only at check in but on departure too. Question for her - why are you in a hospitality role?"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿1,396 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,396
฿1,606 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"No free parking and Parking is on another street"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿3,351 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,351
฿3,853 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
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 property & so well located! Everything is within walking distance. Loved Rydges Latimer & Christchurch"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿1,764 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,764
฿2,028 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
Clean comfortable great location
"Great value, Great location, gardens across the road, excellent shared kitchen facilities. Modern clean rooms. Comfortable beds, luggage storage offered. Only downfall is thin walls. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel Give
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is ฿1,910 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿1,910
฿2,197 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Loved our stay! Within walking distance from the airport, very straightforward checkin with very welcoming staff, room was beautifully maintained and very clean, very grateful, thank you"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

LyLo Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿4,173 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
฿4,173
฿4,799 total
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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! (466 reviews)
Sudima Christchurch
"Clean comfortable beds in a modern hotel. We enjoyed Sudima hotels around NZ."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
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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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Papanui

Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Papanui Road or Northlands Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Papanui

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