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.
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Cruise in style across Lake Wakatipu, on this century-old steamship, which once carried Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip.
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.
Kiwi and Birdlife Park
Your best chance to see New Zealand’s national bird is at this fascinating wildlife sanctuary.
Church of St Peters
After visiting Church of St Peters, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Queenstown. Stroll along the lakeside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown
Queenstown: Shotover River and Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
TSS Earnslaw Cruise on Lake Wakatipu
TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Farm Tour
Top hotels in Queenstown City Centre
Ramada by Wyndham Queenstown Central
Rooms were clean although on the small side but location was great to walk into Queenstown.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Copthorne Hotel & Apartments Queenstown Lakeview
Did not have breakfast but parking was on the same level as our room. Really safe and easy to use
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Queenstown
Size of room and location
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Queenstown by IHG
I found long black hairs on the carpet, otherwise the room was good
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Queenstown by IHG
Great location. Easy checkin and helpful staff. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Blue Peaks Lodge
Friendly helpful staff. Lovely clean room with plenty of amenities. Conveniently located with the town and the bus stop from the airport was bang outside the property One downside was the only sink/taps were in the bathroom and not full size, so filling the kettle and washing the pots was quite difficult. ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
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 Lake Wakatipu while in the area.
