South Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in South Island
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.
Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its abundant dining options, interesting museums and colourful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Bridge of Remembrance while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Dunedin City Centre
Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Grand Casino or The Octagon.
Christchurch Airport
While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.
Frankton
Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Remarkables Park Town Centre and Lake Wakatipu while in the area.
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.
Kamana Lakehouse
Room was lovely and staff were friendly
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Very comfortable room!
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Amenities
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
La Quinta by Wyndham Remarkables Park Queenstown
The staff went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. The room was immaculate. Check in and out was very easy with online options to make check in faster. Parking may be an issue of the hotel is fully booked. The front desk staff were helpful finding parking alternatives.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Swiss-Belsuites Pounamu Queenstown
Apartment itself was great, spacious and the view fabulous. However, communication was poor - they took 4 days to respond to my email. The rubbish area was overflowing, that was disgraceful in a pretty pricey establishment. Finally, there was no Sky TV. Every other place we stayed in New Zealand ...
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Quest Queenstown
Clean and comfortable, friendly staff and close to the airport.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
Mount Cook National Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mount Cook National Park, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the spas in this walkable area or seek out its hiking trails.
Milford Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.
Aoraki / Mount Cook
Explore the great outdoors at Aoraki / Mount Cook and enjoy the stunning glacier views during your trip to Mount Cook. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Lyttelton Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.
Sumner Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sumner Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Christchurch. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
- Mount Cook National Park
- Milford Sound
- Aoraki / Mount Cook
- Lake Tekapo
- Abel Tasman National Park
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Lake Pukaki
- Coronet Peak Ski Area
- Lake Wānaka
- Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
- University of Otago
- Hagley Park
- University of Canterbury
- Church of the Good Shepherd
- Skyline Queenstown
- Twizel Town Centre
- Lake Brunner
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- The Remarkables Ski Area
- Cathedral Square
- Christchurch Casino
- Millbrook Resort Golf Course
