Avonhead Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(348 reviews)

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

Lyttelton Harbour
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Sumner Beach

4.5/5(272 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
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New Brighton Beach

4/5(293 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
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Hagley Park

4.5/5(615 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
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Christchurch Gondola

4.5/5(204 reviews)

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola
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Mona Vale

4.5/5(69 reviews)

Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.

Mona Vale

Activities

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5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

AU$1,953
Per adult
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

AU$387
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
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7 Day South Island Lick Tour

AU$1,862
Per adult
7 Day South Island Lick Tour
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3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

AU$1,281
Per adult
3-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch

AU$191
Per adult
V8 Trike Private Tour of Christchurch
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20 Day New Zealand Uncovered Haka Plus Tour

AU$8,384
Per adult
20 Day New Zealand Uncovered Haka Plus Tour
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Our pick of the best Avonhead Hotel Deals

BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
3 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$107 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$107
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Very convenient location. Love the room setup"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4 out of 5
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$177 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$177
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (345 reviews)
"Short walling distance to central. Good restaurant."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is AU$224 per night from 25 May to 26 May
AU$224
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (615 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay overnight after our flight arrived at midnight. Very efficient check in which got us to our room quickly. Unfortunately the bathroom sink drain was broken so we ended up with a sink full of water by the time left the next morning. And there was no hot water so we started our ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is AU$195 per night from 17 May to 18 May
AU$195
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Everyone we interacted with was super friendly and helpful. A perfect spot for arriving or leaving from Christchurch airport! Very comfortable as well."

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$193 per night from 23 May to 24 May
AU$193
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (974 reviews)
"Central and convenient"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Fable Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch
Lylo Christchurch
5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is AU$120 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$120
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and friendly. Room was excellent. Nice to have ground floor room. Super handy to airport and restaurants."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Lylo Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Avonhead

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Ilam

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

Ilam
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Burnside

4.5/5(354 area reviews)

Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

Burnside
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Upper Riccarton

4/5(200 area reviews)

Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.

Upper Riccarton
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 Russley Golf Club.

Christchurch Airport
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4/5(513 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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Hornby

4/5(4 area reviews)

The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

Hornby

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