Sumner Travel Guide
Christchurch





Popular places to visit

Sumner Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sumner Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Christchurch. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Cave Rock
Explore the great outdoors at Cave Rock, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Lyttelton Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at New Brighton Beach during your travels in Christchurch? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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.
Top hotels in Sumner

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Nice staff, excellent food at the restaurant
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Really nice room! We had a king bed which was incredibly comfortable. Reasonably priced with the room and food. Walking distance to the airport which was very convenient.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Bealey Quarter
Room was lovely and tidy workers were wonderful and friendly
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Staff great cabin was great no hassles and beautiful fresh linen
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Spotless room. Great room service. Courteous staff. Entire stay was great. Amazing location too.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Hotel Give
Room was clean, lovely amenities, suited our plans
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sumner

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.

Bromley
While Bromley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Wilding Park Tennis Center and Eastgate Mall.

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.

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

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.

Cashmere
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.
Sumner Travel Guide
- Cave Rock
- Godley Head Lighthouse
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Casino
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Papanui Road
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Gondola
- Banks Peninsula
- New Regent Street
- Riverside Market
- Apollo Projects Stadium
- Lake Pukaki
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Bealey Avenue
- Akaroa Wharf
- Canterbury Museum
- Burwood Hospital
