Christchurch Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Christchurch

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
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
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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Merivale

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Merivale
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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
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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 Science Alive.

Sydenham
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is 1.167.960 ₫ per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
1.167.960 ₫
1.343.154 ₫ total
24 Oct - 25 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)
"Clean affordable great place to stay"

Reviewed on 8 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 3.604.816 ₫ per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
3.604.816 ₫
4.145.538 ₫ 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! (1,024 reviews)
"Perfect for transit in and out of Christchurch. Helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is 2.925.695 ₫ per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
2.925.695 ₫
3.364.519 ₫ 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great check in ( especially with online check on offer ) , room clean and tidy and everything you need.. great to have 1 hour free parking especially for family picking up and dropping off! Thanks to friendly reception staff for accomodating our late check out due unforeseen medical ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street, Christchurch
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,997 reviews)
"Friendly staff, always ready to help and hotel has all the modern amenities but rooms are small."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments

Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments

4 out of 5
175 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
Stay at this 4-star luxury aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (736 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay. Host in formative."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Terra Vive Luxury Suites & Apartments
Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments

Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
113 Worcester Street, Christchurch
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,078 reviews)
"Christchurch is walkable. The hop on hop off tram starts right outside the hotel entrance. The tram is an easy way to see the central business district, and the conductor provides comments as you go. Hotel staff is also quite helpful."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Quest Cathedral Junction Serviced Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Christchurch

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 11%
2 - Disappointing
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The tram tour was extremely informative and, in places, amusing. The tram drivers are all really keen to get their passengers involved with the regeneration of the city centre.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We loved the city... laid back and friendly

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Beautiful coastal area . Nice smallish city

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Christchurch is trying hard to come back after the earthquake. Lots of construction going on but there were activities around and a bout to see.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

The views from the gondola are stunning. Also went to the Antarctic centre - well worth doing for adults and children - you get to ride over an assault course in Antarctic tracked vehicle

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Why are they not repairing the old buildings since the earthquake