Harewood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.
Sumner Beach
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.
Cathedral Square
You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
Activities
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Our pick of the best Harewood Hotel Deals
North South Holiday Park
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Novotel Christchurch Airport
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Rydges Latimer Christchurch
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Sudima Christchurch City
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Fable Christchurch
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Sudima Christchurch Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Harewood
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.
Burnside
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.
Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.
Redwood
If you're spending some time in Redwood, Murchison Park and Styx River are top sights worth seeing.
Ilam
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.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
- Omarino Wine Park
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Sumner Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Riverside Market
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Canterbury Museum