Queenstown

Queenstown is New Zealand's unofficial adventure capital. Thrill seekers can go bungee jumping off the Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge, jet-boating along the Shotover and Dart Rivers, and skydiving with above Lake Wakatipu.

Head to Milford Sound to see the iconic glaciers New Zealand is synonymous with, or hop on a hot air balloon at sunrise to soak up breathtaking views of the region. Descend from the sky and cross waters aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw for a perfect view of Walter Peak, The Remarkables, and Queenstown's charming landscapes.

Best time to visit

DEC - MAR
Summer is the perfect weather for outdoor activities
JUN - OCT
Skiing season

Recommended trip duration

3 days

The best of Queenstown

Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown
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Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown

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Queenstown car hire | Choose from multiple car models
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Queenstown car hire | Choose from multiple car models

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Onsen Hot Pools Experience in Queenstown
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Onsen Hot Pools Experience in Queenstown

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TSS Earnslaw Cruise to Walter Peak Station
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TSS Earnslaw Cruise to Walter Peak Station

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Shotover Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown
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Shotover Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown

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Klook Pass New Zealand
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Klook Pass New Zealand

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Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown or Te Anau
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Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown or Te Anau

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Glacier Heli-Hike and Flight Experiences in New Zealand
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Glacier Heli-Hike and Flight Experiences in New Zealand

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Minus 5 Ice Bar Antarctic Experience
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Minus 5 Ice Bar Antarctic Experience

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Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown or Te Anau by GreatSight
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Milford Sound Day Tour from Queenstown or Te Anau by GreatSight

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Klook Explorer Milford Sound
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Klook Explorer Milford Sound

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Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly from Queenstown
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Milford Sound Fly-Cruise-Fly from Queenstown

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Travel guides & tips for Queenstown

Things to do
Make sure to tick these activities of your list when you’re in Queenstown! Don’t miss out on these must see and must do attractions in Queenstown.
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A guide to how to treat yourself at the Onsen Hot Pools in Queenstown, situated on a cliffside overlooking breathtaking alpine scenery and views of the Shotover River
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Doing a road trip in the South island of New Zealand? Here are the best places and spots you can’t miss.
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Jet boating is a must in New Zealand! You can do it all over, and we’ve picked our favourite jet boating spots in Queenstown, Auckland, Taupo and more!
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Did you know you can find Lothlórien, Dimrill Dale, the River Anduin, and Isengard near each other? Here are six Queenstown Lord of the Rings locations you should visit - Lake Wakatipu, The Remarkables, and more!
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Best ways explore the stunning scenery of Milford Sound - cruises, kayaks, hikes, and more!
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Here’s a list of all Weta Workshops and the best Lord of The Rings locations, tours and things to do all over New Zealand
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Why people love Queenstown

5 /5

Highly recommended
Onsen Hot Pools Experience in Queenstown
Definitely worth going! We enjoyed a one hour original onsen indoor soak on a beautiful day in Queenstown. This voucher was easy to purchase and also came with a little snack and drink too. The staff were very friendly and helpful as this was our first time at the Queenstown Onsen. I recommend doing this activity near the middle or end of your stay in Queenstown to unwind and enjoy the view of the Remarkables and Shotover River.

5 /5

Highly recommended
Skyline Gondola and Luge Ride with Lunch/Dinner
Easy to book tickets a slight wait at the check-in counter as they had to verify that the vouchers we had was paid for even though we had confirmation details etc. Was a lot cheaper than buying directly so a huge savings! For 4 adults we saved close to $80 so the wait was worth it. A must do activity when in Queenstown and the Luge was fun!

5 /5

Highly recommended
NZONE Skydive Queenstown
Originally, we could not make the trip due to the weather, but in the end we returned to Queenstown to book this activity. It was very nervous, because the skydiving in the afternoon did not know whether it was possible until noon that day. Fortunately, we could complete this life list at the end! Because of the price, there is no option to purchase a third-person shooting, but the coach will help with the shooting during the whole process, including recording some videos before the start to record the current feelings and feelings. It is a great itinerary and it is worth participating!

5 /5

Highly recommended
TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise
The activity is very tight. I always feel that I haven’t stayed in the ranch for long enough and I can’t enjoy it leisurely. I will help take pictures before boarding the boat. You can buy photos. However, because there are too many people, there will be no time to take pictures in the back, so if If you want to buy, it is recommended to line up early. Lunch is not bad, but the meat part needs to be used earlier, and there are empty plates in the back. You can sit near the piano on the return boat, and there will be grandma playing the piano and singing. It is very pleasant Memories of the boat ride.

5 /5

Highly recommended
Shotover River Rafting Experience from Queenstown
Was a very good experience today with no rain at all doing the water rafting. The guide Ico and Ethan was truely professional, explained everything well and detailed, guided us safely across each obstacles and tides. The journey took us around 4 hrs from picking us in town to dropping us in town. Clean bathrooms for people to use after the rafting. It was a very good experience

5 /5

Highly recommended
Queenstown Skyline Gondola and Luge Ride with Optional Buffet Lunch or Dinner
It is very suitable to take the cable car in the evening, go karting on the top of the mountain, and watch the sunset at sunset, you can have a panoramic view of Queenstown. It is recommended to buy more than three kartings. The first one is for beginners to practice the track more smoothly, and the subsequent track is more exciting. There are also many lazy bones, tables and chairs on the side of the track for resting and watching the scenery.

What to know before visiting Queenstown

Local weather

  • DEC - FEB
    22°

  • MAR - MAY
    20°

  • JUN - AUG
    10°

  • SEP - NOV
    18°

General info
  • Time zone

    12 hours ahead

  • Currency

    1NZD = 1.00NZD

  • Best time to visit

    Summer is the perfect weather for outdoor activities

    Skiing season

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Auckland

  • Activities available on Klook

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