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 Bridge of Remembrance 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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Fendalton

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
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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
Cave Rock showing caves

Sumner

If you're spending some time in Sumner, Cave Rock and Sumner Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Sumner
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is 1.176.811 ₫ per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
1.176.811 ₫
1.353.333 ₫ total
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Nice staff, excellent food at the restaurant

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ
The price is 3.760.166 ₫ per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
3.760.166 ₫
4.324.191 ₫ total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
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

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5 out of 5
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
The price is 1.394.175 ₫ per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
1.394.175 ₫
1.603.301 ₫ total
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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! (409 reviews)
Room was lovely and tidy workers were wonderful and friendly

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Bealey Quarter
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.
Quest on Kilmore

Quest on Kilmore

5 out of 5
93 Kimore Street, Christchurch
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! (172 reviews)
Great location , close to everything. Room was modern and clean with good amenities. Staff was also great and very helpful. No complaints.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Quest on Kilmore
Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street Christchurch
Stay at this aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,013 reviews)
Nice and clean room, helpful staff and very central

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
Quest on Manchester

Quest on Manchester

4.5 out of 5
54 Manchester Street Christchurch
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Lyttelton Harbour and High ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (382 reviews)
Great room. Clean and convenient location, close to city centre. Staff were very friendly and very helpful.

Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025

Quest on Manchester
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
67
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