Sydenham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Activities
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Sydenham
Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Addington
Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Orangetheory Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.
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.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
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.
Merivale
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.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Science Alive
- Sumner Beach
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Casino
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Gondola
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Mona Vale
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Papanui Road
- New Regent Street
- Banks Peninsula
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Riverside Market
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Canterbury Museum
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Merivale Mall
- Burwood Hospital
- Addington Raceway
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand