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Best Things to Do
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Queenstown [2025]
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Skyline Queenstown
4.7
/5
574 reviews
9.5
Based on 13,248 reviews
587m from downtown
Phone +6434410101
Address: 53 Brecon Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-3 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Skyline Gondola: A Night View Like a Painting
Thrilling activities with scenic views
Saved by 598 users465 positive reviews
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The skyline in Queenstown is similar to other cities in New Zealand, and Luge is worth a try. However, buying multiple tickets may be worth it, but it may be a waste if you get tired of playing. My friend just finds queuing and taking the cable car very tried, although she bought six tickets but only played twice.
Family trip, bring children with you. For children, the scenery on the top of the mountain is not impressive, but the skyline luge is really fun.
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TSS Earnslaw
4.7
/5
398 reviews
9.3
From AU$ 92.09
Based on 5,887 reviews
443m from downtown
Phone +6432496000
Address: Steamer Wharf, Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-4 hours
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Steamship cruise on Lake Wakatipu
Captain's view from lookout tower
Saved by 256 users292 positive reviews
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Fortunately, I chose lunch. Although the taste was not very good, the buffet of various meats was enough to fill me up!
I watched the wool shearing and the performance of puppies driving sheep. After all, I had never seen it before, so it was a bit interesting!
There is a small manor on the island, which is not big but beautiful!
The boat ride itself is just like that, the scenery is about the same!
You need to arrive at the scene half an hour in advance to queue up. You can see a long queue from afar at the pier in the town center. This is the only antique steamship still in operation in the world. After more than 100 years, the ship is still very beautiful
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NZONE Skydive Queenstown
4.8
/5
133 reviews
8.8
From AU$ 301.54
Based on 1,485 reviews
225m from downtown
Phone +6434425867
Address: 35 Shotover Street, Central Queenstown, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 3-4 hours
Highlights:
Queenstown views from 15,000 ft
One-on-one coaching & guidance
Saved by 276 users56% positive reviews
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Skydiving is super fun, 15,000 feet, the free fall feels like life is free!
The package comes with a handheld camera, with photos and videos.
After the jump, it will be sent directly to your email for you to download.
It takes about 20 minutes to drive to the base.
Very good experience. I chose 15,000ft for my first skydive, which was perfect. Except for the slight weightlessness for 3-5 seconds after leaving the cabin, there was no weightlessness at all afterwards. I spent an extra $200 to buy a GoPro video. It is basically impossible to get a third-party shooting appointment during the peak season.
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Shotover Jet Queenstown
4.9
/5
104 reviews
8.2
From AU$ 128.82
Based on 6,484 reviews
4.9 km from downtown
Phone +6434428570
Address: 3 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
Experience Queenstown's waterway views from three major waters
Flying over the river at 85 km/h
Saved by 230 users73% positive reviews
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Presenting information on the booking to the counter was easily verified for redemption. The shotover jet ride at Arthur's point is one of best among others at Queenstown. The jet boat gets close to the rocks of the canyon for a thrilling experience.
In addition to roaming the picturesque Lake Wakatipu, the jet boat also goes deep into the outer rivers and shallows to discover the traces of the gold rush era. The driver is humorous and has excellent skills. Every time he swings his tail, the passengers scream with excitement!
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Onsen Hot Pools
4.8
/5
20 reviews
8.0
From AU$ 106.13
Based on 2,309 reviews
5.9 km from downtown
Phone +6434425707
Address: 162 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point, Queenstown 9371, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 50 - Hot Springs Attractions
Highlights:
Private hot springs & mountain views
Cliffside hot springs & lake view
Saved by 465 users
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The environment is very dreamy. I think it is worth the money. But the bad thing is that children are not allowed to enter at night. I don't know why. But overall it is still a good experience.
very nice experience. love the view, enjoyed onsen massage and treatment. the price is not friendly but it's worth ✨️
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Kiwi Park Queenstown
4.2
/5
69 reviews
7.1
Based on 2,993 reviews
570m from downtown
Phone +6434428059
Address: 51 Brecon Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Family-run endangered species conservation
Interactive exhibit: learn about kiwis
Saved by 114 users35% positive reviews
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It is a very interesting park where you can see many native animals and plants. There is a dark-light kiwi bird house in the park, which simulates the night environment so that visitors can see the real state of kiwi birds foraging and moving.
Spent about 2-3 hours here. Not so crowded. Kiwi can only see during the kiwi encounter session. Kiwi house 2 don’t have any? Super near the gondola area and could be packed together with the gondola. Great place if you loved birds. Have an informative bird encounter show.
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Walter Peak High Country Farm - RealNZ
4.6
/5
12 reviews
6.7
From AU$ 92.09
435m from downtown
Phone +6432496000
Address: 88 Beach Street, Queenstown, Walter Peak 9300, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Steamship cruise across Lake Wakatipu
Sheep shearing & herding experience
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The steamship is very unique and historical. You can see the operation of the steamship, enjoy the sea breeze and the scenery on the deck. You can see many small animals on the farm. Sheep shearing is especially popular with children. We also took the wool back as a souvenir.
In this farm i met highland cattles. This animal was so known here. i feed it. Its tougue rolled my hand while eating and it made me screamed haha. I love to see the sheeps too. Bye
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The Helicopter Line, Queenstown
4.6
/5
20 reviews
6.7
From AU$ 372.17
Based on 478 reviews
5.9 km from downtown
Phone +6434423034
Address: 29 Lucas Place, Frankton, Queenstown 9348, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-2 hours
Highlights:
Helicopter over Southern Alps
Helicopter glacier landing experience
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Returning to Queenstown from Milford Strait, passing the heliport, you can take a helicopter to the southern glacier. "Global warming is causing the southern glaciers of New Zealand to melt, and perhaps we won't be able to see them again in many years!" The guide's introduction was very tempting. However, the price is really not cheap, equivalent to RMB 3,000 per person. From the Chinese on the billboard, it can be seen that this project is quite popular among Chinese people.
Take a Southern Glacier Helicopter tour over Wakatipu, Fiordland and Mount Aspiring National Park. The towering mountains, snow and glaciers that come into view are truly breathtaking and spectacular.
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Queenstown Gardens
4.5
/5
128 reviews
6.5
Based on 3,457 reviews
687m from downtown
Phone +6434410499
Address: Unnamed Road, 9300, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Featured in 2025 Global 50 - Spring Outings
Highlights:
Picnic under a century-old tree by Lake Wakatipu
Lakeside rose garden blooms with flowers year-round
35% positive reviews
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Queenstown Gardens is worth a visit! It is located on a small peninsula by Lake Wakatipu in the southeast of Queenstown🌊 Although it is a garden, it is actually a large public green space, and no entrance fee is charged🎫
As soon as you enter the garden, the towering ancient trees instantly bring tranquility, which is completely different from the bustle of the city. Strolling along the trail, there are surprises in all seasons: flowers bloom in spring, trees are shady in summer, forests are colorful in autumn, and winter is quiet and peaceful🍃 In addition to natural scenery, there are cultural imprints here, and you can see the bronze statue of William Gilbert Reece, the founder of the town🗿
If you want to relax, sunbathe on the lawn and have a picnic, which is very comfortable; if you want to move around, you can play frisbee golf, tennis, lawn bowls and other projects, and children can also play in the playground🎾 When you are tired of playing, go to the lake to watch ducks swimming, or admire the mountains and lakes in the distance, which is a visual feast.
Queenstown Gardens is located in the southeast of Queenstown, on a small peninsula by Lake Wakatipu. The garden is close to the city and the environment is quite quiet. There are towering ancient trees and not many people. The trails in the park are surrounded by trees and flowers. It is a good place for leisure strolls. The garden is not very big. It is a good choice to stroll along the lake after dinner.
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Hydro Attack
5.0
/5
9 reviews
6.5
From AU$ 140.91
Based on 598 reviews
316m from downtown
Phone +64274779074
Address: Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Thrilling shark boat on Lake Wakatipu
Shark watercraft solo adventure
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I like it very much, it is worth a try, very exciting. Especially when you suddenly jump out of the water and then fall down.
[Scenery] beautiful
[Fun] funny
[Value for money] great
But the time is too short.
Wow! My wife and I did the water assault. These boats look like small submarines with sharks in them. They squeeze in and out to hold two, the driver in the front and the passenger in the back. These high speed boats are amazing to ride, they accelerate so fast, can lie on their side and go underwater. The highlight was the jump when the boat is underwater and then quickly dives down, then turns up and jumps out Walter. The landing was not difficult. The cockpit has an enclosed feel but can be opened a few times to get some fresh air. Felt a little uneasy afterwards but worth it for the amazing experience. Would recommend to anyone who needs an adrenaline fix, my wife and I did both and we are both in our mid 70s.
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