Queenstown’s Winter Wonderland
Whether you’re into adventure, mountains and adrenalin, or fine wine and indulgence, get away from the everyday and escape to Queenstown this winter.
Discover Queenstown
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.
Don’t take our word for it, let real travellers show you.
Four ski fields, epic mountain setting and vibrant après ski are just a few reasons why we call Queenstown SkiTown.
Discover real travellers' experiences, save your favourites and start creating YourTown.
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
2-5Jun
LUMA Southern Light Project
LUMA Southern Light Project is a free public event, showcasing a curated collection of stunning light sculptures and installations
22-25Jun
Queenstown Winter Festival
WINTER STARTS HERE and we’re proud of it! It's a four day extravaganza and celebrates the start of winter like only Queenstown can.
25Aug
Audi quattro Winter Games NZ 2017
Free to watch, this is your chance to see winter sports stars compete for glory in one of the world’s top winter sports events.
18Nov
Air New Zealand Queenstown International Marathon
One of the most scenic marathon courses in the world! This flat out beautiful course encapsulates the best highlights of the region.
Explore the Best Time to Visit Queenstown
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.
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.
A Queenstown Food Adventure
Discover Queenstown’s world famous food and wine, and go on a food adventure with some of these delicious ideas.
Misty mountain hop
How to have fun on a rainy day
From canyoning, to bowling, to chilling out with new friends, Queenstown has fun activities for all weather conditions. Discover a few ideas to keep you smiling through a rainy day.
Chill spot for dinner. Queenstown has not provided us with many summer evenings! Photo credit: @nanikanter