Adrenaline Kick: Test Your Limits in Queenstown
Gather up your courage and discover why Queenstown is known as the adventure capital of the world. Thrills and spills, crags and canyons, we have the intense thrills you're after.
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Welcome to the Official Queenstown Website
Queenstown, New Zealand, is the Southern Hemisphere’s premier four season lake and alpine resort.
Feel inspired by Queenstown’s stunning scenery, huge range of activities and renowned warm welcome. Surrounded by majestic mountains and set on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, the natural beauty and the unique energy of the region create the perfect backdrop for a holiday full of adventure, discovery and rejuvenation. You’ll find everything you need to plan your next trip to Queenstown, from accommodation options to the endless array of activities and attractions, as well as a full calendar of events for the year.
Discover Queenstown
Family Fun in Queenstown
From blood pumping thrills, to scenic bike rides, Queenstown has all ages and stages covered for your next family holiday.
Have Fun Like a Local: Insider tips
Exploring the world as a traveller is great fun, but sometimes you want to mingle with the locals and discover exactly they do for fun. Here are some insider tips.
A Week of Total Indulgence in Paradise
Reward yourself with wine experiences, air adventures, delicious food and more, with this week long itinerary of indulgence.
Getting to Queenstown
Use the interactive map to learn more about how to get to Queenstown
Queenstown
Milford Sound
Drive time: 5 hours 55 minutes
Drive time: 5 hours 55 minutes
Te Anau
Drive time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Drive time: 2 hours 45 minutes
Invercargill
Drive time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Drive time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Dunedin
Drive time: 3 hours 40 minutes
Drive time: 3 hours 40 minutes
Franz Joseph
Drive time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Drive time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Fox Glacier
Drive time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Drive time: 4 hours 5 minutes
Haast
Drive time: 3 hours
Drive time: 3 hours
Aoraki / Mt Cook
Drive time: 3 hours 50 minutes
Drive time: 3 hours 50 minutes
Christchurch
Drive time: 7 hours 15 minutes
Drive time: 7 hours 15 minutes
Lake Tekapo
Drive time: 3 hours
Drive time: 3 hours
Cromwell
Drive time: 55 minutes
Drive time: 55 minutes
Wanaka
Drive time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Drive time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Cardrona
Drive time: 50 minutes
Drive time: 50 minutes
Events in Queenstown
15
Jan
ICC Under19 Cricket World Cup 2018
New Zealand is hosting the ICC Under19 Cricket World Cup 2018. Make sure you come and see the future stars of cricket, entry is free!
9
Feb
Comedy Central's Another Fricken Festival Showcase
Presented by Comedy Central, keep the laughs alive this summer and get to ‘Another Frickin’ Festival’ Showcase at The Memorial Centre.
19-25
Apr
Akarua Arrowtown Autumn Festival
A festival that runs over 5 days and includes activities and events for all.
1-4
Jun
LUMA Light Festival
LIGHTING UP QUEENSTOWN GARDENS FOR A VERY SPECIAL WEEKEND
23-24
Jun
Queenstown Winter Festival 2018
The Queenstown Winter Festival celebrates the start of winter like only Queenstown can.
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Stories
How Queenstown Became the Adventure Capital of the World
Queenstown was carved out of the land by glaciers, rivers and lakes, but it has been shaped by innovative adventurers and entrepreneurs from New Zealand and around the world.
Routeburn Falls Hut Day Walk
If you only have a few hours instead of three days you can still experience one of New Zealand’s great walks, beech forest and stunning mountain views, by hiking in to the Routeburn Falls Hut return.
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Five Great Day Walks in Queenstown with Lake Views
If glistening lake views are your thing, it’s worth the effort of a hike to see the curve of the shores carved by millennia of glacial movement from a lakeside trail. Choose from one of these five great day...
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Rope Swings of Queenstown
A rope swing is a sure sign of a swimming hole or picnic spot that’s popular with families and kids. There are loads of rope swings hidden along lakeside walks and trails, here's the insiders guide on where to find...
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Long Weekend Getaway Guide
If you’re making the most of the extra day off this Labour Weekend and heading in Queenstown’s direction, here’s your long weekend getaway guide.
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Five of Queenstown's top mountain biking spots
Queenstown’s world class mountain biking trails literally start at your doorstep. Here are our five world class locations and local tips to get you started on your Queenstown riding ventures.