Russley Travel Guide

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

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

Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(23 reviews)

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

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

4.5/5(53 reviews)

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 which includes rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

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 which includes a sandy beach, surf and surfing

New Brighton Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

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

4.5/5(3 reviews)

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

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine

Rp3.770.976
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
TranzAlpine Train

TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip

Rp3.819.950
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

Rp3.770.976
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar

Rp656.248
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools: Adults-Only Entry with Swim Up Bar
Sun is out at Mt Cook

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

Rp2.928.628
per adult
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise

From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise

Rp1.861.001
per adult
From Christchurch: Akaroa Day Tour with Optional Cruise
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Top hotels in Russley

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is Rp2.273.727 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp2.273.727
Rp2.614.786 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 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 Rp1.395.397 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.395.397
Rp1.604.707 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.503.242 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.503.242
Rp1.728.728 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is Rp2.072.116 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.072.116
Rp2.382.933 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (448 reviews)
"Only issues is parking .. literally none and hotel parking is 30 bucks"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is Rp1.736.663 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.736.663
Rp1.997.162 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,028 reviews)
"Will be back!"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is Rp750.358 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp750.358
Rp862.912 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Very clean, super nice two bedroom apartment equipped with full kitchen and a coffee/espresso maker. The area is amazing with a botanical garden across the road. Will surely stay again"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Russley

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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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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.

Hornby
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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
International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

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.

Christchurch Airport
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Wigram

Parks and entertainment venues are just a few things travellers like about Wigram. A stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Wigram
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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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