Visit Sumner’s Scarborough Park Playground

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Visit Sumner’s Scarborough Park Playground

Scarborough Park Children's Playground in Sumner, Christchurch
Scarborough Park Playground in Sumner, Christchurch | Photo by Auckland for Kids

We love this colourful marine-themed playground in Sumner, the coastal seaside suburb of Christchurch, New Zealand.

Kids will love playing on the giant mouse wheel, climbing tower, climbing net, see-saw, slides, swings and rocking horse. 

Scarborough Park's fun sea blue surface complete with red star fish | Photo by Numat Rec
Scarborough Park's fun sea blue surface complete with red star fish | Photo by Numat Rec

Where is Scarborough Park Playground in Christchurch?

You can find Scarborough Park Playground at 147 Esplanade, Sumner, Christchurch 8018. Sumner is approximately a 20 minute drive from Christchurch Central City.

Are there more fun things to do with kids in Sumner near Scarborough Park?

More family-friendly places to discover in and near Sumner, Christchurch for a fun day out with your family include:

  • Going paddling at Scarborough Paddling Pool.

  • Playing at the very close Nicholson Park Playground.

  • Make sandcastles, go for a walk and have a picnic on Sumner Beach.

  • Get an ice cream from Utopia Ice Sumner

  • Climb to the top of Tuawera Cave Rock for a beautiful view on Sumner Beach.

  • Go for a stroll along the Sumner promenade overlooking the blue waters of Pegasus Bay.

  • Go for a walk to Barnett Caves with your older kids or teens to the cave.

  • Get dinner at Joe’s Garage Sumner.

  • Head over the hills to nearby Lyttelton (which is only a 15 minute drive away) to do some more exploring with your family!