Ilam

Christchurch

Popular places to visit

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

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
Sumner Beach showing rugged 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 featuring surf, a beach 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
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
Christchurch Gondola showing mountains and a gondola

Christchurch Gondola

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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

Christchurch Gondola
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

Things to do

Mountain view in christchurch

Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train

€231
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown

€150
per adult
Mount Cook Day Tour from Queenstown
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

€1,085
per adult
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown

€209
per adult
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour

€217
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass and Tranzalpine Day Tour
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand

€231
per adult
Full Day Arthurs Pass Tour with Tranzalpine Train in New Zealand
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Top hotels in Ilam

Hotel Give
Hotel Give
3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is €68 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
€68
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
Quiet and comfy!
"Excellent location across from the botanical garden and easy, short walk to central activities. I enjoyed my queen with ensuite looking over the park. I would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2025

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is €63 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
€63
includes taxes & fees
6 Feb - 7 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
A Hotel for Urban Explorers
"BreakFree is the ideal hotel for a solo traveler wanting to explore Christchurch. Most attractions are easily within walking distance. Most of the single rooms are quite small, but functional with exceptionally comfortable beds. This hotel is ideal for the intrepid traveler that wants to explore ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jan 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 €166 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
€166
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (866 reviews)
Short Stay before a flight
"We booked a room to use for 8 hours or so before a flight to Singapore. Location is perfect. Just a few steps from Car Hire drop off and the terminal. Fast check in. Very comfortable rooms, with decent shower etc. Hotel also has a very good restaurant on the 6 floor with really impressive views of ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
LyLo Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch
5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is €86 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
€86
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms, large are to hang out and if you want to cook your meals has large kitchen. Best hostel 10/10"

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025

LyLo Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is €114 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
€114
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful. Stored my luggage for the day."

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is €139 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
€139
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Rooms were nice but very small. Great central location and good nearby food options. Fire alarm went off at 1am. It was a false alarm but there was no communication to the guests at all. Wasted an hour trying to figuyout if it was real or out."

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2025

Fable Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Ilam

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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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Upper Riccarton

4/5(5 area reviews)

Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.

Upper 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
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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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.

Papanui
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Merivale

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Merivale

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