What's Clifton like?
If you're in search of the perfect part of town to visit, consider Clifton. Take time to see places such as Sumner Beach and Avon Heathcote Estuary while you're here. There's plenty more to see, including Shag Rock and Barnett Park.
How to get to Clifton
Flying to:
- Christchurch International Airport (CHC), 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Clifton
Things to see and do in and around Clifton
What to see in Clifton
- Sumner Beach
- Avon Heathcote Estuary
- Shag Rock
- Barnett Park
- Cobb Cottage
Things to do near Clifton:
- Ferrymead Heritage Park (2.4 mi/3.8 km away)
- Lyttelton Farmers Market (2.7 mi/4.3 km away)
- The Tannery (3.5 mi/5.7 km away)
- Eastgate Mall (4.5 mi/7.2 km away)
- He Puna Taimoana Hot Pools (4.5 mi/7.3 km away)
When is the best time to visit Christchurch?
- Hottest months: January, February, December, March (average 16°C)
- Coldest months: July, August, June, September (average 8°C)
- Rainiest months: July, June, May, October (average 65 mm of rainfall)