Explore the Serenity of Riccarton House and Bush

Getting There

• Bus

  Start by heading to a nearby bus stop. If you're downtown, you can catch the bus at the Christchurch Bus Interchange located at 37 Lichfield Street. Look for buses heading to Fendalton. You can take Bus Route 28, which goes directly to Fendalton. Stay on the bus for about 15-20 minutes, and disembark at the 'Fendalton Village' stop. From there, walk east along Fendalton Road until you reach Kahu Road. Turn left onto Kahu Road, and Riccarton House and Bush will be on your right, just a short walk away.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bike from one of the local bike hire shops in the city. From the city center, head west and follow the cycle paths along the Avon River. Continue towards the Hagley Park area, then make your way onto the cycle paths leading to Fendalton. Follow the signs for Kahu Road, and once you reach it, Riccarton House and Bush will be on your left. The journey should take around 30-40 minutes, depending on your cycling speed.

• Walking

  If you're up for a walk, you can start from the city center. Head west towards Hagley Park, enjoying the scenic views. Walk through Hagley Park towards Fendalton, which will take approximately 45 minutes to an hour. Once you reach Fendalton, turn onto Kahu Road, and you will find Riccarton House and Bush shortly ahead on your left.

• Ride-Sharing Service

  For a more direct route without public transport, consider using a ride-sharing service like Uber or Ola. Simply open the app, set your pickup location in Christchurch city, and enter 'Riccarton House and Bush' as your destination. This option will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic, and drop you right outside the entrance.