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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour
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Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown
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Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin
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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
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What to do in Queenstown
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Skyline Queenstown
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.
Queenstown Gardens
Play a round of disc golf, or join a touch-rugby match at these historic botanic gardens on the banks of Lake Wakatipu.
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Cruise in style across Lake Wakatipu, on this century-old steamship, which once carried Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
Kiwi and Birdlife Park
Your best chance to see New Zealand’s national bird is at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.
Queenstown Beach
Surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery, this urban beach on the shores of stunning Lake Wakatipu is a destination for swimming, water sports and jet boating.
Steamer Wharf
Queenstown’s vibrant entertainment precinct is the perfect place to sample regional delicacies, mix with locals and enjoy the stunning views across Lake Wakatipu.
Skyline Luge
Enjoy an outing to Skyline Luge during your stay in Queenstown. Discover the mountain views in this romantic area, or enjoy its local tours.
Bob's Peak
Take in one of New Zealand’s most sublime views and enjoy some high-adrenalin sports at the summit of this famous peak.
Church of St Peters
You can find out about the history of Queenstown with a trip to Church of St Peters. Amble around this romantic area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Queenstown City Centre
The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Queenstown City Centre. Make a stop by Skycity Queenstown Casino or Queenstown Mall while you're exploring the area.
Frankton
Stay in this picturesque part of Queenstown where the airport is located to enjoy spectacular mountain views and relaxed lakeside walks.
Goldfield Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Goldfield Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Queenstown Mall and Skycity Queenstown Casino.
Fernhill
Nestled on the lower slopes of Ben Lomond mountain, this suburb offers stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and Sunshine Bay. Explore walking and biking tracks, and access Queenstown via a single road.
Sunshine Bay
Nestled on the lower slopes of Ben Lomond mountain, this picturesque suburb offers stunning views of Lake Wakatipu. Accessible by a single road, it's a serene escape from bustling Queenstown.
Boydtown
Though Boydtown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Skyline Queenstown and Kiwi and Birdlife Park.
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