Heathcote Valley Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.
Top hotels in Heathcote Valley

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Great staff and location. The reason for 4 stars is the room is so cold. Yes we went to reception yes they checked it but it just didn’t warm up
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
Room was clean, organized. Closest to the airport and there are buses going downtown/the city which you can use your tap credit/debit card if you don't have the metro card (i think $3/ride) The whole hotel is clean and organized. Nice amenities. Helpful staffs and they have a luggage weighing scale ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Very good location.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Hotel Give
Property is new. Very clean. Kitchen is comfortable to use. Public transportation is convenient.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Room was clean and comfortable. Very little space for toiletries and clothes.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

LyLo Christchurch
All.good
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Heathcote Valley

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.

Cashmere
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.

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

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 Wilding Park Tennis Center and Eastgate Mall.

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