Spencerville Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
International Antarctic Centre
Take a trip to Antarctica to see the animals that live there and hear tales of the intrepid travellers who risked their lives to explore it.
Top hotels in Spencerville
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Value for money. Friendly staff. Great breakfast. Small internal room fine: travelling alone, short stay, dark/quiet = great sleep. Whole place is very clean. Well serviced.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Dinner was amazing!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
LyLo Christchurch
Clean and efficient, great for short stays pre/post flight
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Bealey Quarter
Very clean, lovely staff. Comfortable. Loved our stay
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Spotless room, quick check in
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
Huge room, lovely helpful staff
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Spencerville
New Brighton
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in New Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Avon Heathcote Estuary or New Brighton Beach.
Saint Albans
Saint Albans is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Papanui Road and Bealey Avenue while in the area.
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.
Merivale
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.
Linwood
You'll enjoy the parks and shopping in Linwood. You might want to make time for a stop at Eastgate Mall or Wilding Park Tennis Center.
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 Eastgate Mall and Avon Heathcote Estuary.
