What to do in South Island

Activities, attractions and tours
Queenstown showing boating and a river or creek
Kawarau Suspension Bridge featuring bungee jumping, a suspension bridge or treetop walkway and a sporting event
Bob\'s Peak showing general coastal views, mountains and views
South Island showing land animals and mountains
South Island which includes a river or creek, a gorge or canyon and boating

South Island Tourist Attractions & Activities

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What to do in South Island


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Queenstown Beach showing a pebble beach, skydiving and a small town or village

Queenstown City Centre

5/5(1 area review)

The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Queenstown City Centre. Make a stop by Skycity Queenstown Casino or TSS Earnslaw Steamship while you're exploring the area.

Queenstown City Centre
New Regent Street showing outdoor eating and railway items as well as a small group of people

Christchurch City Centre

4.5/5(1,855 area reviews)

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 Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Christchurch City Centre
Dunedin which includes a pond, a park and heritage elements

Dunedin City Centre

4/5(900 area reviews)

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 Toitu Otago Settlers Museum or First Church of Otago.

Dunedin City Centre
International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

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 Omarino Wine Park.

Christchurch Airport
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Frankton

4.5/5(218 area reviews)

Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Queenstown Event Centre and Lake Wakatipu while in the area.

Frankton
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4/5(513 area reviews)

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

Riccarton

 

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