About Queenstown

Queenstown is a sophisticated holiday resort set in the magnificent landscape of the Southern Alps, surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu. Visitors and locals enjoy the region's scenery and though Queenstown is renowned for adventure activities, there is so much more to do! From bungy jumping to wine trails, jet boating to tramping, dining out, winter sports, festivals and events - the key is ensuring your visit is long enough to fit everything in.

Irresistible Attraction

The area has captured hearts and imaginations since the first Maori came in search of pounamu (greenstone). Gold miners, adventurers, filmmakers, wine enthusiasts, Hollywood stars and even US Presidents have been drawn to this magical region and its intense alpine energy.

Downtown

Born as an 1860’s goldmining camp, Queenstown has a compact and sophisticated downtown area tucked into a picturesque bay on the shores of Lake Wakatipu.

Dwarfed by the surrounding mountains, there are amazing views from everywhere. There’s a permanent buzz downtown where you’ll find a lively café/bar scene and excellent shopping.

Nightlife

Dusk to dawn, Queenstown rarely sleeps. Sophisticated wine bars, live jazz, top DJ’s, long summer nights in a garden bar serving locally brewed beer or après ski in front of a roaring log fire. There’s more than 150 licensed bars, cafés and restaurants in Queenstown and you'll find a fun atmosphere in bars and nighclubs, with live music or DJs to entertain - any socialite is spoilt for choice all year round, any night of the week.