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Queenstown is your ultimate winter holiday destination. Four world-class ski areas, vibrant après-ski scene and a range of epic activities for winter lovers and powder hounds alike.
Located in the heart of the Southern Alps and set against a stunning lake and alpine backdrop, Queenstown offers New Zealand's ultimate winter holiday experience for all snow lovers, no matter if you're a skier, rider, reveller, powder fiend or simply just want to play in the fluffy stuff. There are four ski fields, all within a short drive of our town centre which offer quality snow and variety of terrain for all levels, and a lengthy ski season from June through to October 2021.
Known as the home of adventure, Queenstown offers plenty of world-famous activities and attractions off the mountain too. Soak in stunning outdoor hot pools, sip award-winning pinot, or push your limits (or your mate's!) with a bungy, jet boat or skydive. But the fun doesn't stop after dark. Queenstown's town centre boasts one of New Zealand’s most vibrant après-ski scenes with over 150 bars and restaurants to keep the good times going well into the night.
Plan your 2021 Queenstown winter adventure below.
Experience Winter in Queenstown
Our Mountains
Queenstown is home to New Zealand's best ski fields, all within short a drive from our vibrant town centre.
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Off-Mountain Adventures
Known as the home of adventure, there's activities for everyone from mild to wild.
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Relax and Rejuvenate
Ease those aching muscles after a day on the mountain, or just relax, unwind and treat yourself.
Read More10 Reasons Why Queenstown is the Ultimate Winter Holiday Destination
Queenstown is a winter lover's paradise, with an incredible array of winter activities on and off the snow. Here are just 10 reasons why you should head to Queenstown this winter.
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Why Queenstown is the Best Place to Ski in New Zealand
With four world-class ski fields, outstanding instructors, superb skiing and snowboarding facilities and good old Kiwi hospitality, Queenstown is the place to ski this winter. Here's just a few reasons why.
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Best Things to Do this Winter in Queenstown
Queenstown comes alive in winter. Ski and snow gear stores pop up around town, winter menus roll out at local restaurants, and excitement fills the air. Here are some of the best things to do in Queenstown this winter.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Skiing Queenstown
With not one but four world-class ski fields at its door, Queenstown is a winter paradise. Here is everything a novice needs to know, from where to get your gear to how to access the slopes.
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Queenstown Ski Guide: Pro-Tips for Advanced Riders
The insider’s guide to Queenstown’s world-class ski areas. Catering to the most formidable skiers and snowboarders with the best freestyle, freeride, and all-mountain terrain.
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How to Make the Most of a Winter Evening in Queenstown
In Queenstown, the fun doesn’t stop when the chairlifts do. Here are six of the best after-dark experiences.
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10 Unique Queenstown Winter adventures
Queenstown offers some of the Southern Hemisphere's most incredible winter experiences. From backcountry skiing and heli-snowmobiling to bumper cars on ice, here's a collection of unique adventures to try in Queenstown this winter.
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