Sydenham 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

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

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

฿748
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

฿4,678
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Christchurch: Gondola Ride

฿786
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ride
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

฿739
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch With TranzAlpine

฿8,232
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch With TranzAlpine
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park

Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park

฿655
per adult
Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
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Top hotels in Sydenham

Designer Cottage B&B

Designer Cottage B&B

3 out of 5
53 Hastings Street West, Sydenham, Christchurch
The price is ฿3,254 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿3,254
฿3,742 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski B&B in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and New Brighton Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (253 reviews)
"What a wonderful stay! Both our hosts Steve and Chet were super helpful and friendly and made us feel completely relaxed. The old house has so much character, and the gardens were a real drawcard too. The house isn’t right in the city centre, but it is so easy to get around and everything is very ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Designer Cottage B&B
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,457 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿1,457
฿1,675 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly and welcoming staff. Good facilities"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ฿4,398 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿4,398
฿5,058 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,028 reviews)
"Clean room, great view of the airport"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,708 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿2,708
฿3,114 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The room was very clean and bed sheets and blankets were very nice. Staff was amazing, very kind and helpful. Kitchen and area around is soo clean. Walkable distance to the airport which is very nice!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

LyLo Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿3,649 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,649
฿4,196 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,010 reviews)
"Bed and bathroom were nice, room was spacious. Lack of microwave was a huge miss. Having defrosted but still cold lunch that we brought was not nice, and the on-site food options were horrendously expensive, so we looked elsewhere in Christchurch for other food options. Parking was convenient and ..."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is ฿4,178 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿4,178
฿4,805 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,046 reviews)
"Shuttle was great. Convenient location"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Sydenham

New Regent Street showing outdoor eating and railway items as well as a small group of people

Christchurch City Centre

4.5/5(126 area reviews)

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.

Christchurch City Centre
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Addington

4/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Addington
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Spreydon

Spreydon might not have many top sights, but Wolfbrook Arena and Apollo Projects Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Spreydon
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
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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Linwood

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

Linwood

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