Hornby Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Fernando Begay
Photo by Fernando Begay

Popular places to visit

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

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
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

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
Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

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
New Brighton Beach which includes surf, surfing and a beach

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
Christchurch featuring street scenes

Cathedral Square

4/5(58 reviews)

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.

Cathedral Square
Riccarton Road

Riccarton Road

3.5/5(66 reviews)

During your visit to Christchurch, you can enjoy retail therapy at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Riccarton Road

Activities

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

AU$69
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

AU$222
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

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

AU$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Storm Dome

International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket

AU$66
per adult
International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket
Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Christchurch: Gondola Ride

AU$37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ride
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

AU$35
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
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Our pick of the best Hornby Hotel Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$78 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$78
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location we used the Hereford car parking building to park our rental car which was organised through the hotel. We enjoyed their buffet breakfast. We also had dinner their one night the person on duty was very personable and friendly he makes a very good gin and tonic 😁 staff at the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 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 AU$258 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
AU$258
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
"Lovely room, friendly team"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$257 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$257
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (467 reviews)
Sudima Christchurch
"Clean comfortable beds in a modern hotel. We enjoyed Sudima hotels around NZ."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is AU$207 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$207
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,043 reviews)
"Quick service, comfortable stay for 1 night"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$173 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$173
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"This hotel was comfortable and clean, and it is close enough to the airport to be convenient but with plenty of nearby options in town. The staff were also really nice."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$87 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$87
8 Oct - 9 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"The lo ation is superb and close to dining, shopping and across the road from the Botanical Gardens. It is clean and comfortable and i stayed in a premium room with own bathroom. Overall pleasantly surprised as it has a backpacker section as well. The bad things or where improvement is needed. Housekeeping ..."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Hornby

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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.

Ilam
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Halswell

Halswell might not have many top sights, but Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Christchurch Adventure Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Halswell
Mona Vale featuring a park

Riccarton

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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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.

Burnside
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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
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

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