Queenstown - Adventure paradise in an idyllic alpine resort town
This beautiful alpine town has everything you need to do life at your own pace - bungy jumping, jet boating, and canyoning, or wine tasting, spas, and fine dining.
If adventure is your thing, you're in the right place. Try: bungy jumping, skydiving, white water rafting, jetboating, hang-gliding, luging, horse riding, or canyoning, all in or around Queenstown.
In winter make the most of nearby Coronet Peak, The Remarkables or Cardrona ski fields.
Tour the Central Otago region’s many award-winning wineries, or eat, drink and be merry at an awesome selection of restaurants and bars in town.
Bonus: Take a day trip from Queenstown to the magical Milford or Doubtful Sounds.
at a glance
Best known for
adrenaline rushes around every corner
Did you know:
Queenstown is home of the bungy jump!
Don't leave without
a spin on the Shotover Jet
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activities
events
Gibbston Valley Winery Summer Concert: SOLD OUT
When: Jan 18, 10:00 AM to 07:00 PM
Where: 1820 State Highway 6, Queenstown
Venue: Gibbston Valley Winery, Queenstown
Fear Factory Halloween Spooktacular
When: Oct 26 to Oct 31, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Where: 52 Shotover St, Queenstown
Venue: Fear Factory, Queenstown
Fat Freddy's Drop
When: Feb 8, 03:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Where: Joe O'connell Drive, Frankton, Queenstown
Venue: John Davies Oval – Queenstown Events Centre, Queenstown
Building Better - Queenstown
When: Oct 31, 05:00 PM to 07:30 PM
Where: 79 Peninsula Road, Queenstown
Venue: Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, Queenstown
An Evening with Nadia Lim
When: Nov 5, 07:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Where: 49 Lake Avenue, Frankton, Queenstown
Venue: Remarkables Primary School, Queenstown
King Beats Charity Festival 2020
When: Feb 1 to Feb 2, 01:00 PM to 01:00 PM
Where: 87 state highway
Venue: Kingston Station, Queenstown
The Great Big Queenstown Dog Walk
When: Dec 8, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Where: Queenstown Trail, Queenstown
Venue: Queenstown War Memorial , Queenstown
Making an Impact - One Day SDG Conference
When: Nov 3, 08:30 AM to 05:00 PM
Where: 79 Peninsula Road, Queenstown
Venue: Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa, Queenstown
Queenstown Writers Festival: Emily Writes
When: Nov 9, 04:00 PM to 05:00 PM
Where: 554 Frankton Road, Queenstown
Venue: Sherwood, Queenstown
The Pig's Melbourne Cup
When: Nov 5, 12:00 PM to 11:55 PM
Where: 41 Ballaratt Street, Queenstown
Venue: Pig and Whistle, Queenstown
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YHA Queenstown Central
In the fast-beating heart of Queenstown, this modern backpacker hostel is a secure, comfortable base near everything this alpine town has to offer.
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This recently refurbished modern, superbly-equipped and friendly backpacker hostel is a short lakefront stroll from the heart of Queenstown.
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Relax and restore yourself at YHA Kinloch, Glenorchy. This lakeside lodge with its stunning views is a great base for a getaway, or a pre- or post-hike stay.