Riccarton Holiday Deals

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Holidays in Riccarton

Like a big glass of wine on a Friday arvo, travel is always an amazing idea. So why not pack your trusty suitcase and enjoy a taste of Riccarton, Christchurch? With so many places to go and things to keep you entertained, it's not hard to see why 360,000 people choose to call this wonderful city home. Arriving by air? Once you've grabbed your bags at Christchurch International Airport, you'll need to go 7 kilometres southeast to reach Riccarton. The suburb is 3 kilometres to the west of central Christchurch.

Riccarton is heaven for sightseers. A lot of the city's best attractions are dotted near this appealing neighbourhood, including Mona Vale and International Antarctic Centre. The must-see sights of the Canterbury Museum and Riccarton House are also at your fingertips. For a better perspective of this lively city as a whole, spend time in the nearby neighbourhoods of Riccarton Road and Fendalton.

Exhausted after rushing around all day? Take some time to kick back and relax at the Christchurch Casino, the Riccarton Park and the Omarino Wine Park!

A few interesting cultural places are waiting for you. Start off at the Christchurch Art Gallery, the Chalice, the Robert McDougall Art Gallery and the Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts.

From hands-on activities to curious objects and artefacts, museums have something to keep everyone interested. If you get stuck with a rainy day, why not take yourself over to the Air Force Museum of New Zealand and the Science Alive?

The mark of an excellent show tends to be how deafening the applause is at the end. Come and join in the cheers at the Court Theatre and theatre Royal.

Do you know your eagle from your condor and your putter from your wedge? Whether you're verging on pro status or a complete newbie, golf is a game for everyone! You can play a round or two here at the Christchurch Golf Club, the Hagley Golf Course, the Russley Golf Club and the Clearwater Golf Resort.

Few things calm a frantic mind quite like the sights, sounds and smells of nature. Experience it for yourself at Cashmere Stream and Victoria Lake.

You'll encounter a diverse variety of native creatures and plants at the Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Otukaikino Living Memorial Reserve and the Edmond's Factory Garden.

If the energy of city life is becoming too much, recharge your batteries with a visit to one of the nearby parks. Hagley Park, Elmwood Park, Millbrook Reserve and Abberley Gardens are lovely spots to kick off your shoes and relax.

Sometimes the best way to get the feel of a new place is by walking around the shops. Be sure to call in to Westfield Riccarton Mall, Cashel Mall, Bush Inn Centre and Re:START Mall.

The University of Canterbury, the Bridge of Remembrance, Victoria Square and the Canterbury Earthquake Memorial can give you a glimpse back into the past.

Cardboard Cathedral, Anglican St. Augustine's, Nurses' Memorial Chapel and City New Life Church offer vacationers a great chance to discover the region's spiritual side.

Hotels in Riccarton

If you're on the lookout for a cosy room without all the bells and whistles, the YMCA Christchurch Hostel, located at 12 Hereford Street, is your best bet. Another accommodation that offers superb service at a low cost is the Racecourse Backpackers Hostel, which can be found at 130 Racecourse Road. But if luxury is more what you are after, the Dyers House or the Clearview Lodge ought to fit the bill.