Heathcote Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Heathcote Valley
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.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
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.
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.
Activities
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
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
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cathedral Square
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Arena
- Papanui Road
- Mona Vale
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- New Regent Street
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- International Antarctic Centre
- Riverside Market
- Banks Peninsula
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Canterbury Museum
- Burwood Hospital
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Lincoln University
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Southern Cross Hospital