Mount Pleasant
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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 do some window-shopping at Riccarton Road. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

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

Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Pleasant

Sumner
While visiting Sumner, you might make a stop by sights like Sumner Beach and Cave Rock.

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.

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.

Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Woodham Park or Eastgate Mall.

Cashmere
You'll enjoy the mountain views and gardens in Cashmere. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Golf Resort or Port Hills.

New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at New Brighton Beach or New Brighton Pier.