Heathcote Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
Mount Cavendish
Standing imposingly beside Christchurch, this mountain in the Port Hills is a breathtaking sight. The views from the top are simply sublime.
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.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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.
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.
Activities
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Heathcote Valley
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 Farmers Market.
Woolston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Woolston. You might want to make time for a stop at The Tannery or Caddyshack City.
Cashmere
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.
Sumner
If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Wilding Park Tennis Center.
Sydenham
Sydenham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Colombo and Science Alive.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Christchurch Gondola
- Mount Cavendish
- Heathcote Domain
- Sumner Beach
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Casino
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Mona Vale
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Papanui Road
- New Regent Street
- Banks Peninsula
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Riverside Market
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Canterbury Museum
- Burwood Hospital
- Lincoln University
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand