Upper Riccarton Travel Guide

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

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
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
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
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
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

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Rp745.356
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Rp2.414.657
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Arthurs Pass Day Trip From Christchurch via Castle Hill

Arthurs Pass Day Trip From Christchurch via Castle Hill

Rp2.183.139
per adult
Arthurs Pass Day Trip From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

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

Rp387.198
per adult
94% 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

Rp1.926.311
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Rp406.558
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ride
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Top hotels in Upper Riccarton

298 Westside Motor Lodge

298 Westside Motor Lodge

4.5 out of 5
298 Riccarton Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch
The price is Rp1.265.315 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp1.265.315
Rp1.455.112 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (374 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay for 5 nights. Nice and quiet"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

298 Westside Motor Lodge
Apollo Motel Christchurch

Apollo Motel Christchurch

3 out of 5
288 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch
The price is Rp1.047.154 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
Rp1.047.154
Rp1.204.227 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Bush Inn ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (421 reviews)
"Super easy check-in, good price, little bit tight parking spots."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Apollo Motel Christchurch
Alpha Motel Christchurch

Alpha Motel Christchurch

4 out of 5
338 Blenheim Road, Christchurch
The price is Rp1.354.204 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
Rp1.354.204
Rp1.557.335 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"Very close to where we needed to be. Quiet even when being on the main road. Sam was very helpful. Will stay again"

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

Alpha Motel Christchurch
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is Rp734.742 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
Rp734.742
Rp844.953 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean affordable great place to stay"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is Rp2.275.969 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp2.275.969
Rp2.617.364 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Extremely welcoming, clean, comfortable bed and great shower"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is Rp1.840.500 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
Rp1.840.500
Rp2.116.556 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great check in ( especially with online check on offer ) , room clean and tidy and everything you need.. great to have 1 hour free parking especially for family picking up and dropping off! Thanks to friendly reception staff for accomodating our late check out due unforeseen medical ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Riccarton

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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
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

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

Riccarton
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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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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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Addington

4/5(5 area reviews)

Unique features of Addington include the theatres and live music. Make a stop by Apollo Projects Stadium or Addington Raceway while you're exploring the area.

Addington
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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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