Riccarton Travel Guide
Christchurch
Popular places to visit
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.
Mona Vale
Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Top hotels in Riccarton
Chateau on the Park - Christchurch, a DoubleTree by Hilton
A fine start to our holiday. Good room. Fine breakfast. Good location (30 minute walk to city centre through Hadley Park). Onsite parking. Helpful staff.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Golden Star Motel
Great decoration and nice room
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
The Towers on the Park
Very good and comfortable nice staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Daffodil Motel
The Daffodil motel is in a very good position. It is a nice walk into the city through Hagley park. There are many shops and eateries close by. The room was large and very clean and well equipped. The staff are friendly and attentive. It was the perfect place for me to stay at for my two day mission ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Golden Hotel
Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Carnmore Hagley Park
Great location! Very good studio. We just missed the cooktop.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Riccarton
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
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 Riccarton Road or Riccarton Park.
Merivale
Travellers come to Merivale for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Merivale Mall and Papanui Road while you're in town.
Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Spreydon
Spreydon might not have many top sights, but Wolfbrook Arena and Apollo Projects Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
