Upper Riccarton Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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

Lyttelton Harbour

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

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

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

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

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

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 Upper Riccarton Hotel Deals

298 Westside Motor Lodge

298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch
Fully refundable
The price is AU$142 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$142
per night
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (372 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay for 5 nights. Nice and quiet"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

298 Westside Motor Lodge
Apollo Motel Christchurch

Apollo Motel Christchurch

3 out of 5
288 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch
The price is AU$112 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$112
per night
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Bush Inn ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (420 reviews)
"Apollo had everything we needed. It is an older property but in lovely clean condition. I’d certainly stay there again."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Apollo Motel Christchurch
Alpha Motel Christchurch

Alpha Motel Christchurch

4 out of 5
338 Blenheim Road, Christchurch
The price is AU$139 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
AU$139
per night
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Very close to where we needed to be. Quiet even when being on the main road. Sam was very helpful. Will stay again"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Alpha Motel Christchurch
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
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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$271 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$271
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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$258 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$258
per night
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Riccarton

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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
Mona Vale featuring 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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Fendalton

3/5(1 area review)

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

Fendalton
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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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Addington

4/5(142 area reviews)

Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

Addington
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Merivale

4.5/5(319 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

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