Queenstown City Centre
Queenstown
Visit Queenstown City Centre
Popular places to visit
Skyline Queenstown
Take one of the world’s steepest cable-car rides to the top of picturesque Bob’s Peak for views across Lake Wakatipu and beyond.
Queenstown Mall
During your visit to Queenstown, you can enjoy retail therapy at Queenstown Mall. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this romantic area.
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Cruise in style across Lake Wakatipu, on this century-old steamship, which once carried Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
Kiwi and Birdlife Park
Your best chance to see New Zealand’s national bird is at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.
Queenstown Beach
Surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery, this urban beach on the shores of stunning Lake Wakatipu is a destination for swimming, water sports and jet boating.
Steamer Wharf
Queenstown’s vibrant entertainment precinct is the perfect place to sample regional delicacies, mix with locals and enjoy the stunning views across Lake Wakatipu.
Things to do
Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)
Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown
Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise
TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
Top hotels in Queenstown City Centre
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Location is convenient for walking down to the water. The room is all functional and clean but some parts were cheap and showing wear or damage
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Perfect staff, clean property easy access to town.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
Very clean with friendly staff. Well located near the center of town. I do wish they’d leave the coffee machines on past 10:00am, though!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Great location , excellent hotel
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
They were kind enough to refund my second night when I realized I needed to head back to Christchurch. They didn’t need to. They were just friendly about it.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
LyLo Queenstown
Everything about Lylo Queenstown was awesome!
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Queenstown City Centre
Boydtown
When in Boydtown, you can plan a visit to Skyline Queenstown and Kiwi and Birdlife Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fernhill
Fernhill is well-regarded for its captivating mountain views, ample dining options and fantastic lake views, and you might also want to make a stop by Lake Wakatipu, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
Sunshine Bay
Visitors to Sunshine Bay like its mountain views and restaurants, and Lake Wakatipu is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Frankton
Frankton is known for its fantastic lake views, and you can make a stop by Queenstown Event Centre and Remarkables Park Town Centre while in the area.
