What's Avonhead like?
If you're looking for the perfect part of the city to explore, why not visit Avonhead? While you're here, you can spend a relaxing day at Mona Vale and Hagley Park. There's plenty more to see, including Riccarton Road and Westfield Riccarton Mall.
How to get to Avonhead
Avonhead is located 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from the heart of Christchurch.
Flying to:
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC), 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Avonhead
Things to see and do in and around Avonhead
What to see in Avonhead
- University of Canterbury
- Mona Vale
- Hagley Park
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Cathedral Square
Things to do in Avonhead
- Riccarton Road
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Papanui Road
- Merivale Mall
- Bealey Avenue
Other popular Avonhead attractions
- Riverside Market
- New Regent Street
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Port Hills
- Ferrymead Heritage Park
