Heathcote Valley Travel Guide

Christchurch

The views from the top of Christchurch Gondola are stunning!
The views from the top of Christchurch Gondola are stunning!
View from top of Christchurch Gondola
Mount Cavendish featuring mountains
Mount Cavendish showing a bay or harbour, tranquil scenes and a lake or waterhole

Popular places to visit

Christchurch Gondola featuring mountains

Christchurch Gondola

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola
Mount Cavendish featuring mountains

Mount Cavendish

Standing imposingly beside Christchurch, this mountain in the Port Hills is a breathtaking sight. The views from the top are simply sublime.

Mount Cavendish
Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, a bay or harbour and mountains

Lyttelton Harbour

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

Lyttelton Harbour
Sumner Beach which includes rocky 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
Christchurch 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
New Brighton Beach which includes a sandy beach, surf 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

Things to do

Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Rp2.658.179
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

Rp742.516
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Arthurs Pass Day Trip From Christchurch via Castle Hill

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

Rp2.169.689
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Lord of the Rings - Journey to Edoras Tour

Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch

Rp3.133.995
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

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

Rp385.723
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

Rp1.918.969
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
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Top hotels in Heathcote Valley

Bealey Quarter

Bealey Quarter

5 out of 5
247 Bealey Ave Christchurch
The price is Rp890.966 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
Rp890.966
Rp1.024.611 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (448 reviews)
Cleaning needs a little more close detail.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Bealey Quarter
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
The price is Rp683.920 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
Rp683.920
Rp786.508 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
Very good stay

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ
The price is Rp2.402.986 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
Rp2.402.986
Rp2.763.434 total
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,043 reviews)
Great location for an early flight and amazing breakfast buffet selection

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
The price is Rp1.987.045 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
Rp1.987.045
Rp2.285.087 total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,086 reviews)
Clean room .

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street Christchurch Canterbury
The price is Rp2.524.785 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
Rp2.524.785
Rp2.903.503 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (523 reviews)
Room was super clean, service was excellent, Sandeep from reception was very friendly, and the breakfast was excellent.

Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026

Sudima Christchurch City
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
The price is Rp1.267.530 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
Rp1.267.530
Rp1.457.660 total
19 Jan - 20 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight

Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

LyLo Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Heathcote Valley

Lyttelton

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.

Lyttelton
Christchurch featuring interior views and shopping

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.

Woolston
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Cashmere

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Cashmere
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Bromley

While Bromley may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Mall and Avon Heathcote Estuary.

Bromley
Cave Rock showing caves

Sumner

If you're spending some time in Sumner, Sumner Beach and Cave Rock are top sights worth seeing.

Sumner
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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.

Linwood

Heathcote Valley Travel Guide