These are the best places to stay, dine, and experience in Queenstown.
The town a must on any New Zealand itinerary and for good reason.
Its extremely safe, easy to navigate, and there are great accommodation options at various price points.
The Carlin
The Carlinhas redefined luxury hospitality in the South Pacific.
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Best Things to Do
Book a helicopter tour.
Get an adrenaline rush on the Shotover Jet.
Carving through the Shotover River in a speedboat has long been one of Queenstowns most popular adventure activities.
While this is one of the more famous things to do in Queenstown, there are manysimilar adventuresworth trying.
Embark on one of New Zealands Great Walks.
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Bookings are required and can be made via theDepartment of Conservation.
Hit the ski fields.
Go wine tasting.
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Angel Divine
This multibrand boutiquehas a well-curated collection of womens designer fashion, shoes, and accessories.
Here, youll find everything from Frame denim to Ulla Johnson dresses to Veja walking shoes.
There are locations in both Queenstown and Arrowtown.
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The music is always great, as is the crowd.
And if youre visiting later in the evening, DJs usually play well into the night.
The setting is cozy and intimate, with plush seating and a crackling fireplace.
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Order the Treacle Cherry Smoke for a bit of drama.
Fergburger
For something casual you’re free to take away, opt forFergburger.
Its so popular, youll need to time your visit to avoid getting stuck in an hour-long line.
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The wine and cocktails are also top-notch.
Madam Woo
Madam Woois a lively restaurant with delicious Malaysian-meets-Asian-fusion cuisine and aromatic cocktails.
Its centrally located and always has a vibrant atmosphere.
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For ski lovers, July through September offer the best conditions.
In June, the area celebrates Matariki, the Maori new year and the newest public holiday.
Additionally, in June, the light festival Luma will thrill travelers of all ages."
Most travelers take a flight from Auckland, which takes just under two hours.
Its only a 20-minute drive from central Queenstown, making for a lovely day trip.
Glenorchy
“Glenorchy is an outdoor enthusiasts paradise.
Another lovely way to explore it is byTSS Earnslaw, a historic boat that does multiple tours a day.
“Its a fantastic afternoon at any age, Diaz adds.
Bus:Buses are clean and reliable and offer connections near and far.
They are a popular option for commuters coming into Queenstown each day.
The timetables are viewablehere.
The timetables can be viewedhere.
Taxis:Queenstown Taxisoffers an easy way to get around.
