Russley 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.
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.
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.
Mona Vale
Stroll around idyllic riverside gardens filled with roses, irises and other plantings and take a break on the lush green lawns at this public park.
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
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
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Other neighbourhoods around Russley
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.
Hornby
The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.
Upper Riccarton
Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.
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.
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 McLean's Island Golf Club.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Sumner Beach
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Cathedral Square
- Mona Vale
- Christchurch Gondola
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Papanui Road
- New Regent Street
- Riverside Market
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Canterbury Museum
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Burwood Hospital
- Lincoln University
- Merivale Mall
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
- Southern Cross Hospital
- Addington Raceway