Queenstown Things to Do

 21 Reviews  One of Queenstown's more unusual sights is the underwater observatory. Here, one can see the trout and salmon in the lake, as well as black teals, just off the docks. Also, be sure to read the... 

 28 Reviews  At Shotover River is known for it's jet boats. I passed on this experience having done it before on a Huka Jet near Huka Falls.This is a fast boat ride in shallow water and the driver comes very close... 

 13 Reviews  Milford Sound is probably New Zealand's most famous and spectacular place to see. The scenery is breathtaking. Boat rides include a standard scenic cruise, an extended cruise, and even overnight... 

 27 Reviews  Even if you don't fancy to make a bungy jump, or if you have little time, try to stop here at the new Bungy Centre and have a look around. This is newly rebuilt and nestled into the surrounding rock,... 

 11 Reviews  Due to its eons upon eons of isolation from the rest of the world, New Zealand has become home to exotic bird species which exist nowhere else. Many are flightless, since before humans they had no... 

 15 Reviews  Whilst walking around Queenstown, we came across the TSS Earnslaw in dock. What a lovely looking Steamship she was, so on inquiring about the price and where she went, we decided it would be a nice... 

 8 Reviews  Snowtubing is a fun way to experience snow if you don't have the time or inclinication for full on skiing or snowboarding. At the Ozone Tubing Park you can slide down lanes in an inner tube by... 

 10 Reviews  Once your helicopter has landed you will alight at the Skyline Complex and get ready for your 5 Luge rides. The Skyline Luge is an 800m, winding track set high above Queenstown, situated behind the... 

 7 Reviews  Walter peak station we reached on the TSS Earnslaw. The Homestead is large and beautiful, with just as nice gardens to match! Upon arrival at the Colonel's Homestead, Morning or Afternoon tea... 

 10 Reviews  Queenstown's most popular mountains resort is just around 25 minutes' drive from this superb city! Hence, we truly enjoyed ourselves despite not really skiing its slopes! The kids were too young and... 

 6 Reviews  These botanic gardens jut out on a little pennisula on the southside of town. A beautiful setting where many a wine and food festival is held, you can stroll through the majestic trees, beautiful... 

 7 Reviews  Tandem paragliding is an exciting and adventurous thing to do in one of the world's Adventure and Party cities, Queenstown, New Zealand. There are at least three tandem paragliding and hang-gliding... 

 4 Reviews  Queenstown Mall is the main road in Queenstown downtown and it is a very pleasant place to spend some time: a quick stop for a drink or a longer pause for a nice lunch in the open air, or just for a... 

 4 Reviews  well...everyone thought this was waste of our time and money; u do see some beatiful scenery and get to have tea and cookies on a hot sunny hill...only for less than 200NZ (i think); the fun comes... 

 7 Reviews  Try to make time to go for a walk around the lakeside in Queenstown. You don't have to walk miles and miles! Go as far as you feel comfortable, enjoy the scenery, sit by the lake at one of the many... 

 4 Reviews  The tour guides explain you the composition of the LoR scenes very well. Although they do not wear strange ears as they do on some of the tours in the Wellington region, and do not show film clips,... 

 4 Reviews  Explore the vineyards of Central Otago on one of Appellation Central’s small group wine tours. Central Otago wine country spreads from the outskirts of Queenstown’s picturesque valleys and dramatic... 

 8 Reviews  Sent the kids age 16 and 17 heli skiing for the first time as a treat. Both more than adequate skier/boarder yet first time in powder conditions as they are used to Aussie conditions. They were looked... 

 2 Reviews  2010 - Update : This venue is now closed to the public permanently. The owners have closed the gates, no longer wanting to run a public facility. In this town where many activities can be a bit... 

 3 Reviews  Kia Ora! You could experience the Maori culture at Kiwi Haka. The entrance ticket for a gondola ride & Kiwi Haka is at $47 for an adult. During the 30 minutes Kiwi Haka evening performances, about 8... 

 1 Review  All levels catered for - safe and fun - 360 degree panoramic views, great photo opportunities in comfort and safety, ride your way around exclusive off-road terrain and take in some of the most... 

 2 Reviews  SUNRISE BALLOONS Fancy taking a hot air balloon flight? I can't think of a more beautiful place to do this! Soaring over the mountains and lakes is just superb. Serene and almost surreal as you glide... 

 3 Reviews  If you stand in front of lovely St. Peter’s Church, left of it you see a nice creamy white wooden building. This is the church’s Parish Centre Hall. In 2007, the Parish Hall and Vicarage were...