Sumner Travel Guide

Christchurch

De road behind Sumner beach is lined with containers and art.
De road behind Sumner beach is lined with containers and art.
Scarborough beach on a nice spring day.
Sumner Beach featuring a sandy beach and general coastal views
Cave Rock showing caves, a sandy beach and a coastal town

Popular places to visit

Sumner Beach which includes rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

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
Cave Rock

Cave Rock

4/5(1 review)

Discover the mysterious mythical back-story of this rugged volcanic rock that sits in the pretty seaside suburb of Sumner.

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

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(23 reviews)

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

Lyttelton Harbour
New Brighton Beach which includes a sandy beach, surf and surfing

New Brighton Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

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, New Zealand, Hagley Park, the Rose Garden in early spring.

Hagley Park

4.5/5(53 reviews)

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
The Observatory in the Arts Centre - Christchurch - New Zealand

University of Canterbury

5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Canterbury during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

University of Canterbury

Things to do

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

฿756
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Christchurch: Gondola Ride

฿794
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ride
Train through mountains in Christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch

฿10,586
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

฿747
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park

Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park

฿567
per adult
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

฿6,986
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
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Top hotels in Sumner

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is ฿1,500 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿1,500
฿1,725 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Clean room courteous staff

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

4 out of 5
64 Kilmore St Christchurch Canterbury
The price is ฿3,628 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿3,628
฿4,173 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (424 reviews)
Clean well equipped room.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5 out of 5
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
The price is ฿1,724 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
฿1,724
฿1,982 total
31 Mar - 1 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (490 reviews)
Clean room, nice bathroom amenities.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Bealey Quarter
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ
The price is ฿5,213 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
฿5,213
฿5,995 total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,051 reviews)
Clean and comfortable. Late check out no problem.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
The price is ฿2,667 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
฿2,667
฿3,067 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room, easy to get to from the airport, close to shops and supermarkets

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

LyLo Christchurch
Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

5 out of 5
93 Kimore Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿4,124 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
฿4,124
฿4,743 total
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Christchurch Town ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews)
Amenities, courteous staff, clean room

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Quest on Kilmore
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Other neighbourhoods around Sumner

Lyttelton

Lyttelton

You'll enjoy the sandy beaches and museums in Lyttelton. You might want to make time for a stop at Lyttelton Harbour or Lyttelton Farmers Market.

Lyttelton
Christchurch featuring interior views and shopping

Woolston

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.

Woolston
I was first on the beach and the only photographer that morning to get these colours. 10mins later there was about a dozen other photographers. So get there early to get the prime spots.

New Brighton

You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Avon Heathcote Estuary or New Brighton Beach.

New Brighton
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Linwood

You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Wilding Park Tennis Center.

Linwood
This stunning climb gives great views of Christchurch and the surrounding areas. Its so beautiful that even the sheep stop to enjoy the scenery. #troveon #sugarloaf #christchurch #newzealand #southisland #hills

Cashmere

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Hills or Clearwater Golf Resort.

Cashmere
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Sydenham

3/5(1 area review)

Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Supa Karts.

Sydenham

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