Burnside Travel Guide
Christchurch
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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch With TranzAlpine

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

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

Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Top hotels in Burnside

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
The room was clean, the staff friendly and helpful with an early airport drop off for our flight. Having a kitchenette was convenient to prepare meals.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Airport Christchurch Motel
Everyone was super lovely and the price was great for the property we were in
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Commodore Airport Hotel
The food was fabulous, staff very friendly and helpful. Handy having a free shuttle to the airport.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025

Airport Palms Motel
this must be the cleanest hotel in the world
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
A great place to stay for a couple of nights. The rooms are small, but they have everything you need for a great price. Friendly staff, great location and well presented.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Reception very attentive staff, friendly and helpful. Restaurant for dinner was very busy and a bit more service training could be done. Waiting staff should be allocated tables to look after from ordering to finish, saves orders going missing but overall food and wine were good. Walking distance ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Burnside

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.

Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.

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

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 Harewood Golf Club.

Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

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.
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