Title: Things to Do in Little River in 2026 | Expedia.com [Little River Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Little-River.dx6272075)[Hotels in Little River](https://expedia.com/Little-River-Hotels.d6272075.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Little River](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Little-River.d6272075.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Little River](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Little-River.d6272075.Car-Rental-Guide)[Little River Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Little-River.d6272075.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Little River ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Little River Types of activities [Little River Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Little-River.dx6272075) ![Little River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272075/232d8d6a-57a2-4c24-959d-f3e1a975ae15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Little River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272075/232d8d6a-57a2-4c24-959d-f3e1a975ae15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Little River featuring signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272075/8534da8f-5559-4989-a44a-381fbb604cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Little River showing landscape views and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272075/c2ef1271-be65-4716-b9ca-c72bb5067bbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Little River showing signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6272075/3b6e5c45-11b2-4125-952a-380d8d13aeba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Little River Attractions Learn what makes Little River tick with some of the very best [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6272075&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). Look into our {60 fun activities in Little River [fun activities in Little River](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6272075&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)}, and rest easy knowing that we offer free cancellation and no added fees. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Little River ### Tours & day trips [See all 51 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Discover Christchurch Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5229120/de709d60-39b6-46ec-8348-e9a8c2e1f42e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Christchurch Tour 6h 10/10 64 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $233 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-christchurch-tour.a5229120.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50479801/cc68f2b1-a92b-4d82-aa7a-425549fba006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Day Tour 9h Free cancellation available $215 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-day-tour.a50479801.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa Private Day Tour from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50668204/57e20b97-0a3f-4dbb-a501-dfc1daf7b3ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Private Day Tour from Christchurch 8h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $149 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-private-day-tour-from-christchurch.a50668204.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Sights](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/573767/77d57c9a-e5a2-4f0a-874c-d1b54a260f2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch City Sights 3h 45m 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $59 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lyttelton-shore-excursion-christchurch-city-sights.a573767.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45932567/985c6aea-9faf-4674-abb6-d91973399eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise 2h 9.8/10 86 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46988321/d611ad54-d4ca-40ae-b612-06ea0bf3766f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula 4h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $150 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-guided-walking-tour-on-banks-peninsula.a46988321.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4555900/0043b107-023b-4c96-9335-19b1de47d5a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour 2h+ 10/10 62 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Sights & Willowbank](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/575033/0863c670-4e23-4808-bf91-cc8d8a9bef10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Sights & Willowbank 6h 45m 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $99 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lyttelton-shore-excursion-city-sights-willowbank.a575033.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Lyttelton: Shore Excursion, Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49276762/627fa8ae-ce5e-44dc-b1e0-4a5f741ce056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lyttelton: Shore Excursion, Castle Hill & Inland Canterbury 7h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available $347 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lyttelton-shore-excursion-castle-hill-small-group-tour.a49276762.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa: 4WD Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4769045/01d1cb23-80f6-429f-994a-ad5db7851a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: 4WD Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience 4h 30m 9.8/10 48 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $93 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-4wd-safari-and-guided-sea-kayaking-experience.a4769045.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 13 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Akaroa Private Day Tour from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50668204/57e20b97-0a3f-4dbb-a501-dfc1daf7b3ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Private Day Tour from Christchurch 8h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available $149 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-private-day-tour-from-christchurch.a50668204.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa & Banks Peninsula from Lyttelton(Private Shore Excursion)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47542017/56d900fb-2bf8-451b-820e-2d40b8c6f0e6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa & Banks Peninsula from Lyttelton(Private Shore Excursion) 7h 9.6/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $480 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-shore-excursion-from-lyttelton-visit-akaroa-peninsula.a47542017.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa Private Group Day Trip from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50182250/65e4e4cc-f255-4e8c-8731-684a3c77148c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Private Group Day Trip from Christchurch 6h Free cancellation available $294 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-day-group-tour-from-christchurch.a50182250.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Godley Head Scenic Drive & Walking Tour (Private Shore Excursion)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49471857/ff01f943-7fa8-45ce-adeb-dfbbf7e3e096.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Godley Head Scenic Drive & Walking Tour (Private Shore Excursion) 7h Free cancellation available $240 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-shore-excursion-godley-head-walking-tour-from-lyttelton.a49471857.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Shore Excursion)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49965787/ce1f750c-861f-4833-a47f-a92565cd1d33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Shore Excursion) 3h 30m Free cancellation available $240 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-half-day-christchurch-hills-and-harbour-tour.a49965787.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Half Day Luxury Private Guided Crater Rim Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50880766/cfadbe9c-3faa-4edc-8820-af330622e5f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Luxury Private Guided Crater Rim Walk 4h Free cancellation available $270 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-luxury-guided-crater-rim-walk.a50880766.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa and Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50726591/57e135dd-7761-404e-8481-c8d58650c316.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa and Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour 10h Free cancellation available $251 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-and-akaroa-dolphins-day-tour.a50726591.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3178413/093ca787-8e31-4a18-bcb8-c3052c8d14a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert 45m Free cancellation available $690 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/single-crater-mt-herbert.a3178413.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Glenafric Farm Experience: Private Shore Tour from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51572692/76d47c9b-112c-4695-97a3-07ee463b7243.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glenafric Farm Experience: Private Shore Tour from Christchurch 6h $455 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/glenafric-farm-experience-private-shore-tour-from-christchurch.a51572692.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa Private Day Trip From Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50107606/12a45572-76da-4553-a37f-8945ef614cf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Private Day Trip From Christchurch 6h Free cancellation available $717 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-day-tour-from-christchurch.a50107606.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Akaroa Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50479801/cc68f2b1-a92b-4d82-aa7a-425549fba006.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Day Tour 9h Free cancellation available $215 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-day-tour.a50479801.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45932567/985c6aea-9faf-4674-abb6-d91973399eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise 2h 9.8/10 86 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $78 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Jet Boating](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/575367/07b5476c-8d88-41ce-96e8-60851cc3d147.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Jet Boating 3h 45m 9.4/10 3 verified reviews Free cancellation available $144 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lyttelton-shore-excursion-city-sights-jet-boating.a575367.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47062129/624dc736-7ab1-4694-8524-6d049b2679a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos 1h 30m 10/10 4 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Jet Boating - Rakaia Gorge](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46360402/78671843-cba1-4741-91f2-041daee71b9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Jet Boating - Rakaia Gorge 8h Free cancellation available $177 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/christchurch-highlight-tour-with-jet-boating-rakaia-gorge.a46360402.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Sailing and Wildlife Tour Akaroa Fox II Sailing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45273506/b33381de-9e1e-4333-b172-97fd3df9839e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sailing and Wildlife Tour Akaroa Fox II Sailing 2h 45m 9.8/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sailing-and-wildlife-tour-akaroa-fox-ii-sailing.a45273506.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2263629/9fa5ee2e-3a6a-42c6-a25a-f7f04b7ab33a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa 3h 10/10 1 Viator review $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lava-loop-guided-electric-mountain-bike-tour-in-akaroa.a2263629.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Akaroa Explorer- Guided Electric Bike Tour in Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2339321/9169ebb2-d1de-4ffd-80af-193e586f3feb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Explorer- Guided Electric Bike Tour in Akaroa 2h 10/10 1 Viator review $81 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/coastal-cruise-guided-electric-bike-tour-in-akaroa.a2339321.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Guided Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2175390/d35d17ba-8234-4d48-9614-08f5db58130b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa 5h 30m 10/10 2 Viator reviews $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-electric-mountain-bike-sea-kayak-tour-in-akaroa.a2175390.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3191714/8d60c8e5-57d7-464d-a4f5-bbb16bb93b6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa 5h 30m $171 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/electric-mountain-bike-sea-kayak-tour-in-akaroa.a3191714.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![Christchurch to Akaroa with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396794/600378e5-965e-4514-969b-e9259fd6f38d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Christchurch to Akaroa with Garden City Helicopters Christchurch 3h Free cancellation available $492 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/helicopter-middle-rock-high-station-farm-tour-lunch.a1396794.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3178413/093ca787-8e31-4a18-bcb8-c3052c8d14a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert 45m Free cancellation available $690 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/single-crater-mt-herbert.a3178413.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![Christchurch Helicopter Picnic](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4168338/b4c40dcb-c1ba-48a3-b8f9-f16de6c4e49e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Christchurch Helicopter Picnic 1h Free cancellation available $403 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/love-in-the-air-christchurch-helicopter-flight-with-port-hills-landing.a4168338.activity-details?&rid=6272075&location=Little+River&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6272075) ## Recommended things to do in Little River | Number of things to do | 60 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/akaroa-self-guided-audio-tour.a741015.activity-details): $16 | | Top 5 things to do | [Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details)[Akaroa Wildlife Cruise](/things-to-do/wildlife-cruise.a44848731.activity-details)[Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details)[Discover Christchurch Tour](/things-to-do/discover-christchurch-tour.a5229120.activity-details)[Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [From Akaroa Lighthouse: Sungazing Tour with Two Telescopes](/things-to-do/from-akaroa-lighthouse-solar-explorer.a47233219.activity-details)[Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/akaroa-self-guided-audio-tour.a741015.activity-details)[Solar Explorer in Akaroa - Sun-Viewing Tour with Telescopes](/things-to-do/solar-explorer-sungazing-from-akaroa-lighthouse.a47504472.activity-details) | | With kids | [Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details)[Akaroa Wildlife Cruise](/things-to-do/wildlife-cruise.a44848731.activity-details)[Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details)[Discover Christchurch Tour](/things-to-do/discover-christchurch-tour.a5229120.activity-details)[Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details) | ## What to do in Little River - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Little River Sightseeing on a tight budget in Little River? Spend time instead of money on great experiences. **Lake Forsyth** \- Simply being beside the water is certain to leave you feeling refreshed and calm. **Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve** \- Grab your picnic blanket, pack some finger food and find a cozy area to relish Mother Nature. ### Things to Do in Little River with Kids Little River is a fantastic destination for a family getaway. Take the youngsters along and try these popular [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6272075&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) together: - [Akaroa Cruise Excursion - Harbor Nature Cruise](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-cruise-excursion-harbor-nature-cruise.a338534.activity-details) - [Akaroa Shore Excursion - Christchurch Sights & Giants House](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-shore-excursion-christchurch-sights-giants-house.a789156.activity-details) - [Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Sights & Willowbank](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lyttelton-shore-excursion-city-sights-willowbank.a575033.activity-details) - [Lyttelton Shore Excursion: City Sights & Jet Boating](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lyttelton-shore-excursion-city-sights-jet-boating.a575367.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Little River? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Little River #### Lake Forsyth Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Forsyth during your travels in Little River. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Forsyth-Little-River.d6112954.Vacation-Attraction) #### Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Montgomery Park Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Little River. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.com/Montgomery-Park-Scenic-Reserve-Little-River.d553248621526966946.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Little River ![The Summit Road around the Banks Peninsula is so scenic and the views are spectacular, even if the roads are a bit gnarly and not for the faint of heart](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610538/1f3412da-4aed-492e-939a-5f7f81d22c02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pigeon Bay ![Scenic View of Duvauchelle, South Island, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634382845789/0229ee9c-e100-43ee-aeab-222dc92310b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Duvauchelle ![Pass Christchurch on the way to Akaroa. There is the Hilltop restaurant. Need to stop for a lamb-burger... And a great evening! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635074795879/7e9eb28b-a4b7-4c28-8739-aeb532e227a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### French Farm ![An old volcano along the coast from Akaroa 🌋](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024120/c56ed392-ca52-40f4-960d-8d378b740a60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wainui ![“#goldenhour” Almost completely isolated. At the end of a dirt road above Birdlings Flat. Have a great coffee and food at Little River Cafe on the way home.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/692484850398461952/ba4e2f72-3d65-428e-8b4f-5b202fd8c5ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Te Oka ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Little River worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Little River? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Little River? ### Is three days enough to stay in Little River? ### What are some activities to do in Little River with kids? > - [Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details) > - [Akaroa Wildlife Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wildlife-cruise.a44848731.activity-details) > - [Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details) > - [Discover Christchurch Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-christchurch-tour.a5229120.activity-details) > - 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