Clifton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Easily accessible from the road!
Sumner Beach showing general coastal views and a beach
Sumner Beach showing general coastal views and wildflowers
Sumner Beach showing general coastal views as well as a large group of people
Sumner Beach

Popular places to visit

Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbour

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(349 reviews)

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

Lyttelton Harbour
Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(274 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
New Brighton Beach which includes surf, surfing and a beach

New Brighton Beach

4/5(295 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
Christchurch, New Zealand, Hagley Park, the Rose Garden in early spring.

Hagley Park

4.5/5(619 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
The Observatory in the Arts Centre - Christchurch - New Zealand

University of Canterbury

4.5/5(154 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Canterbury during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

University of Canterbury
Christchurch Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

Christchurch Gondola

4.5/5(206 reviews)

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

Christchurch Gondola

Activities

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

AU$65
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

AU$232
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

AU$168
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
TranzAlpine Train

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

AU$397
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras Tour

Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch

AU$274
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

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

AU$34
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
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Our pick of the best Clifton Hotel Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is AU$67 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$67
per night
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
Everything at the BreakFree is excellent…food, location, amenities….location! Love this place and will always recommend and stay here

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5 out of 5
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
The price is AU$79 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
AU$79
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (503 reviews)
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Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Bealey Quarter
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ
The price is AU$242 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$242
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,054 reviews)
Quality facilities

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
The price is AU$129 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$129
per night
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Airport shuttle would have been useful

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

LyLo Christchurch
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

4 out of 5
64 Kilmore St Christchurch Canterbury
The price is AU$172 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$172
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (431 reviews)
Nice location, lots of restaurants within walking distance.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street Christchurch
The price is AU$71 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$71
per night
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Great location, clean

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Clifton

De road behind Sumner beach is lined with containers and art.

Sumner

If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Godley Head Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Sumner
Lyttelton

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 Museum.

Lyttelton
Christchurch which includes shopping and interior views

Woolston

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

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
I was first on the beach and the only photographer that morning to get these colours. 10mins later there was about a dozen other photographers. So get there early to get the prime spots.

New Brighton

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

New Brighton
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Linwood

4/5(11 area reviews)

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

Linwood
This stunning climb gives great views of Christchurch and the surrounding areas. Its so beautiful that even the sheep stop to enjoy the scenery. #troveon #sugarloaf #christchurch #newzealand #southisland #hills

Cashmere

5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Cashmere

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