Top 20 Best Things to Do in Queenstown
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  • Skyline Queenstowntop_1
    󰺂9.4
    Queenstown587m from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱤎Skyline Gondola: A Night View Like a Painting
    Thrilling activities with scenic views
    󱨠Saved by 656 users󱨠459 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    XUANNERXUANNER

    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.

  • TSS Earnslawtop_2
    󰺂9.2
    52.4
    Queenstown443m from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 3-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    󱨜Steamship cruise on Lake Wakatipu
    󰋄Captain's view from lookout tower
    󱨠Saved by 299 users󱨠307 positive reviews
    4.7/5
    Anonymous userAnonymous user

    Definitely worth it! Very informative farm tour and we get to feed them too. Wish there was more time to walk around and take photos. It did felt a bit rush, but overall it was a fun experience

  • NZONE Skydive Queenstowntop_3
    󰺂8.7
    186.59
    Queenstown225m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰀆Queenstown views from 15,000 ft
    󱓊One-on-one coaching & guidance
    󱨠Saved by 300 users󱨠56% positive reviews
    4.8/5
    ohohcrohohcr

    5 stars for Ctrip. Skydiving is so much fun! I thought I'd be scared, but after taking off and seeing the snow-capped mountains, I quickly started enjoying it! However, the service was absolutely mediocre! I booked a 13:00 skydive and checked in at the airport before 12:45. After using the restroom, I was still sitting at the airport waiting until 12:55. At around 13:20, I heard everyone with a 13:30 schedule was starting the safety video. I went to the Chinese staff at the check-in desk, and they told me the 13:00 shuttle to the base had already left...excuse me...I just sat there and left?! I originally booked 15,000, but after arriving at the base and changing, I learned I could only jump at 12,000. No one told me that; I didn't even have an oxygen mask, so I figured it out! There was no explanation of the refund process either. I checked with the front desk and Ctrip customer service followed up. No one even asked, "You can only jump at 12,000, are you still going?" They just got on the plane.

  • Shotover Jet Queenstown
    4
    󰺂8.2
    82.17
    Queenstown4.9 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Experience Queenstown's waterway views from three major waters
    Flying over the river at 85 km/h
    󱨠Saved by 272 users󱨠73% positive reviews
    4.9/5
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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.

  • Onsen Hot Pools
    5
    󰺂7.9
    57.07
    Queenstown5.9 km from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Private hot springs & mountain views
    󰋄Cliffside hot springs & lake view
    󱨠Saved by 503 users
    4.8/5
    M19***92M19***92

    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.

  • Kiwi Park Queenstown
    6
    󰺂7.0
    31.16
    Queenstown570m from downtown
    trip best TravelHotspot logoDiscover New Zealand’s Iconic Wildlife: Kiwi Park in Queenstown
    Highlights:
    󰀆Family-run endangered species conservation
    󱨜Interactive exhibit: learn about kiwis
    󱨠Saved by 129 users󱨠38% positive reviews
    4.2/5
    丁头丁脑丁头丁脑

    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.

  • Walter Peak High Country Farm - RealNZ
    7
    󰺂6.8
    52.33
    Queenstown435m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰀆Steamship cruise across Lake Wakatipu
    󱨜Sheep shearing & herding experience
    4.5/5
    135***61135***61

    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.

  • Queenstown Gardens
    8
    󰺂6.5
    Queenstown687m from downtown
    trip best small logoAchieved a 2-year streak on the annual lists
    Highlights:
    Picnic under a century-old tree by Lake Wakatipu
    Lakeside rose garden blooms with flowers year-round
    󱨠34% positive reviews
    4.5/5
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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.

  • The Helicopter Line, Queenstown
    9
    󰺂6.5
    222.28
    Queenstown5.9 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰋄Helicopter over Southern Alps
    󰀆Helicopter glacier landing experience
    4.6/5
    李邵平李邵平

    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.

  • Hydro Attack
    10
    󰺂6.5
    88.17
    Queenstown316m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󰀆Thrilling shark boat on Lake Wakatipu
    󰀆Shark watercraft solo adventure
    5.0/5
    E10***13E10***13

    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.

What Best Things to Do are there in Queenstown?
These are all Best Things to Do in Queenstown:Skyline Queenstown, TSS Earnslaw, NZONE Skydive Queenstown, Shotover Jet Queenstown, Onsen Hot Pools
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Queenstown?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Queenstown include:Skyline Queenstown:4.7, TSS Earnslaw:4.7, NZONE Skydive Queenstown:4.8, Shotover Jet Queenstown:4.9, Onsen Hot Pools:4.8
At what locations in Queenstown can Best Things to Do in Queenstown be found?
The Best Things to Do in Queenstown are mainly located in:Skyline Queenstown:Queenstown, TSS Earnslaw:Queenstown, NZONE Skydive Queenstown:Queenstown, Shotover Jet Queenstown:Queenstown, Onsen Hot Pools:Queenstown
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