Papanui

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

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

Lyttelton Harbour

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
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 rugged 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 featuring surf, a beach and surfing

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 which includes 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

Things to do

Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

€113
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

€39
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

€20
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch: Tram, Punt and Gondola Ride Combo Ticket

Christchurch: Tram, Punt and Gondola Ride Combo Ticket

€58
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Tram, Punt and Gondola Ride Combo Ticket
Mountain view in christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

€217
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

€102
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
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Top hotels in Papanui

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui, Christchurch
The price is €65 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€65
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (906 reviews)
"Service was on point, even when we booked for spa and each time we came to buy from the reception everyone was smiley and friendly. What made it even better was seeing a sign that ses kind people are my kinda people."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
V Motel

V Motel

3 out of 5
134 Main N Rd, Christchurch, Canterbury
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"The motel was great. Close proximity to transport and shops. Bed was comfortable, kitchenette was handy to have. Carpet in room was a little tired. Reception friendly and helpful. Had a minor issue with the heat pump and it was attended to immediately and we were also given a heater. Perhaps a small ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

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Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
456 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is €83 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
€83
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (691 reviews)
"Always lovely and clean, comfortable beds, great customer service, convenient location."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is €139 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€139
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff, clean"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is €85 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€85
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent facilities including the great gym. As always, the Rydges breakfast still holds the top spot against all of the hotels we have stated in."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Fable Christchurch

Fable Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is €92 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
€92
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Fabulous stay as usual. Fabulous food, fabulous room, fabulous wine."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Fable Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Papanui

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Merivale

4.5/5(11 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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Saint Albans

4.5/5(9 area reviews)

Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.

Saint Albans
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Redwood

If you're spending some time in Redwood, Murchison Park and Styx River are top sights worth seeing.

Redwood
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Burnside

4.5/5(26 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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Fendalton

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

Fendalton
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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.

Ilam

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