Queenstown City Centre Travel Guide

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Queenstown City Centre

Popular places to visit

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Skyline Gondola

4.5/5(51 reviews)

Take one of the world’s steepest cable-car rides to the top of picturesque Bob’s Peak for views across Lake Wakatipu and beyond.

Skyline Gondola
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Kiwi and Birdlife Park

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Your best chance to see New Zealand’s national bird is at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.

Kiwi and Birdlife Park
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Steamer Wharf

4/5(32 reviews)

Queenstown’s vibrant entertainment precinct is the perfect place to sample regional delicacies, mix with locals and enjoy the stunning views across Lake Wakatipu.

Steamer Wharf
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Church of St Peters

You can find out about the history of Queenstown with a visit to Church of St Peters. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Church of St Peters
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Queenstown Cemetery

Enjoy a stop at Queenstown Cemetery, a landmark worth seeing in Queenstown. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this romantic area.

Queenstown Cemetery
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Skycity Queenstown Casino

3.5/5(3 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Skycity Queenstown Casino during your visit to Queenstown? Discover the mountain views in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours.

Skycity Queenstown Casino

Things to do

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Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown

£154
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown
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From Queenstown: Mount Cook Small Group Adventure

£122
Per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Queenstown: Mount Cook Small Group Adventure
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5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch

£1,023
Per adult
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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Queenstown: Time Tripper Underwater Experience

£7
Per adult
Queenstown: Time Tripper Underwater Experience
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Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

£487
Per adult
Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago
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Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago

£487
Per adult
Private Full Day Photo Tour of Queenstown | Skippers | Glenorchy | Wanaka |Otago
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Top hotels in Queenstown City Centre

LyLo Queenstown
LyLo Queenstown
5 out of 5
47 Camp Street, Queenstown
The price is £57 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
£57
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Skyline Gondola and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (549 reviews)
"This place understands hospitality. I was thoroughly pleased with my stay. If you have any issues while you are there, talk to the reception. They listen and make things right. Keep up that way of service Lylo!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

LyLo Queenstown
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
CNR STANLEY AND SYDNEY STREET, Queenstown
The price is £111 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
£111
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (789 reviews)
"Jess at reception was a star, friendly and a great person for the hotel."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express And Suites Queenstown, an IHG Hotel
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
4 out of 5
Corner of Earl and Marine Parade, Queenstown
The price is £105 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
£105
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location on the lake,lovely view from our room, received a room upgrade for our anniversary. Much appreciated."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Novotel Queenstown Lakeside
Ramada Queenstown Central
Ramada Queenstown Central
4 out of 5
24 Frankton Road, Queenstown
The price is £103 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
£103
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (842 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Spacious rooms. We got the Lakeview rooms so it was spectacular"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Ramada Queenstown Central
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Heartland Hotel Queenstown
3 out of 5
27 Stanley Street, Queenstown
The price is £75 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
£75
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Very convenient location, good value for money, the parking was a bit annoying though."

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
4 out of 5
88 Frankton Road, Queenstown
The price is £96 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
£96
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Queenstown. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Love that the bus stops in front of the hotel and is a walking distance from the city center"

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
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Other neighbourhoods around Queenstown City Centre

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Boydtown

When in Boydtown, you can plan a visit to Skyline Gondola and Kiwi and Birdlife Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Boydtown
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Fernhill

Fernhill is well-regarded for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and fantastic lake views, and you might also want to make a stop by Lake Wakatipu, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Fernhill
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Goldfield Heights

Though Goldfield Heights may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Queenstown Mall and Skycity Queenstown Casino.

Goldfield Heights
Sunshine Bay featuring mountains, a small town or village and forest scenes

Sunshine Bay

Visitors to Sunshine Bay like its mountain views and restaurants, and Lake Wakatipu is a sight worth a stop.

Sunshine Bay
Frankton which includes forests, a lake or waterhole and a small town or village

Frankton

4/5(11 area reviews)

Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Queenstown Event Centre and Lake Wakatipu while in the area.

Frankton

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