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Pro
Small, historical, not far from Queenstown.
Con
I imagine the main street can get very busy, with cars parked nose to tail along it.
In a nutshell
Nice day trip from Q'town and probably an interesting place to stay a night.
robertgaz Says: The Arrow River is a short river which runs through Arrowtown where gold was discovered by William Fox in the Arrow river during the Central Otago goldrush of the 1860's.There is a short but scenic walk along the banks of the river starting in Arrowtown. It isn't very...
robertgaz Says: Just to the north of Arrowtown, on the banks of Bush Creek, is the partially restored Arrowtown Chinese Settlement. It is a stark reminder of the harsh and brutal living conditions in their search for wealth in gold.Census figures for 1874 reveal that there were 3,564...
Robmj Says: on the main street, this little museum captures the history of the Lakes District area.Its has various displays of the mining past, collections of books, photographs and newspapers. The museum also organises tour if required.
Robmj Says: This old miners camp is well worth a visit, its only metres down the track behind the Arrowtown main street.There are some good interpretive signs and historic photographs of the settlement which dates from the 1860's. It will take you around an hour to wander around and...
Robmj Says: This is a great 4WD or mountain bike or walk into the 21kms from Arrowtown to the historic mining settlement of Macetown.You cross the Arrow river around 19 times if taking the 4WD drive track, recently there have been 2 different walking tracks developed that take you dryly...
Robmj Says: This is a pleasant 1 hour return stroll along the banks of the Arrow River and leaves from the skateboard park on Ramshaw lane just behind the Museum on the main Buckingham Street.This popular walking track was built to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the founding of...
Robmj Says: A 250m climb will get you some fantastic views over Arrowtown and the surrounding basin.Tobins Track was constructed in the 1870's to give access to Cardrona over the Crown Range Road. It is a legal public road that 4WDs can use. A footbridge by the ford crosses over the...
The Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
allikat Says: The Chinese Settlement is on the very outskirts of Arrowtown, at Bush Creek and is free of charge to visit. Here you can explore the remains of the settlement that was home to the many Chinese goldminers. You can see inside the basic little huts which must have been cramped,...
Aidy_p Says: Sited along the main road of Arrowtown is this little chapel. This was one of the individual building you'd see when you enter into town.I'm not too sure which denomination this chapel belongs to. So if you do, please leave me a commentk? Thanks.
Aidy_p Says: It's rather interesting to know that Chinese were in New Zealand slogging in the rough terrain to find gold during the 1800s. It was just so far away from their homes in China, but they made this country their home.The government did an archaeological excavations in 1983...
Aidy_p Says: Normally, I do not stop by roads to look at the trees. But the trees that lined Arrowtown was something that I had see. Many trees planted in the area came from Europe, the Americas and Australia. What gives it the additional allure was the lovely brown leaves during...
1 Review and 6 Opinions Superb motel in the centre of Arrowtown the swimming pool was a delight and we plan to go back for...
Stables: Nice setting, choices--unique pizzas!
seattle1299 Says: Can't describe the inside since it was a gorgeous day and we sat outside at one of their several tables next to Buckingham Green.Quick, helpful service, range of choices, including wine. Favorite dish--besides the Two Paddocks "Picnic" Riesling--was a crispy Bella Donna...
The Stables Restaurant: A Weekend Affair
TomorrowsAngel Says: The Stables Restaurant and Wine Bar is situated on the main street, but tucked back from the road, overlooking the Town Green. It has a friendly relaxed atmosphere with efficient and attentive service provided by staff.There are all day, lunch and dinner menus. Also, a...
The Postmasters House Restaurant: Arrowtown Dining
TomorrowsAngel Says: This new addition to the Arrowtown dining collection showcases a wide selection of locally available produce with some international fare also..Relaxed al fresco a la carte dining with overlooking the main street watching the world go by.... The tempura fish and chips with...
Arrowtown Bakery and Cafe: Best pies
robertgaz Says: The Arrowtown Bakery and Cafe is home of the great Arrowtown Bakery Pie including the local specialty of venison.They have a great selection of hot and cold bakery products, homemade breads and fresh gourmet pies.
The Village itself: Arrowtown Gems
UsGuys Says: Arrowtown has stunning boutique restaurants, and bars.our favorites are Saffron - fine New Zealand food, Pesto Italian and the secret tuck away bar - Blue Door in the same alley.Explore other alley ways for Mantra - Indian, Automatic - Noodle Bar, Arrow thai , and the...
Getting to Arrowtown from Queenstown
Lozza_9 Says: You can get two buses from Queenstown to Arrowtown. They both depart from The Top of the Mall on Camp Street in Queenstown.The one I have seen is the The Double Decker bus Tour which uses a Red London bus. You can image the shock we got when driving around arrowtown, come...
TomorrowsAngel Says: Arrowtown's stores have something for everybody, with a wide range of quality New Zealand made merchandise to choose from. Most shops are located along Buckingham Street, or in the lanes/arcades off it.Because Arrowtown is a popular tourist destination, most shops are open...
imstress Says: Ba Ba Black Sheep have you any wool?Many will stop by at Buckingham Street to have a picture taken with this sheep just outside the shop which is located a few shops away from the Wool Press.The sheep became the mascot of the shop and drew in large crowd to shop for woolen...
Aidy_p Says: From Cadrona, you have two choices of how you can get to Arrowtown and Queenstown. One, is by going through Cromwell, or two, the rough and tumble of Crown Range, which is also a longer but a much more scenic drive.Since we can from afar, we might as well do the latter. One...
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The museum is spread over a few of the old buildings of the town. The Bank of New Zealand building, the bank's stables and the town's baker's oven from around...
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As you drive into Arrowtown, probably from Lake Hayes, take the time to get your mind into a bygone era and think for a moment about the history of the town. It will help you appreciate better what......
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Arrowtown is in the Central Otago District of New Zealand's South Island. Its in a great location - 20 minutes' drive from the international resort destination of Queenstown and just minutes from the...
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Arrowtown - Discover the Historic Mining Town
Arrowtown is a quaint historic gold-mining town situated in the Central Otago region of South Island, New Zealand. Arrowtown first caught my eyes on a travel guide and I have to include this scenic...
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They discovered gold in the Arrow River back in 1862 and Arrowtown was born. Originally named "Fox's" after one of the miners, this gold-mining settlement quickly grew into a flourishing township. To...
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Arrowtown - A Beautiful Town Among the Mountains
Arrowtown is a small and idyllic town located in Otago province and it is within short distance to the more famous Queenstown. The map of Arrowtown's location is shown on the map below. I visited...
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