Queenstown Travel Guide and Tips

Dec 182012

Queenstown

Queenstown is hailed as the wining and dining capital of New Zealand. However, the destination’s main claim to fame is the exotic array of adventure sports that it offers. Furthermore, a satiating shopping adds its own magic touch to the destination.

Top Tourist Spots in Queenstown

Queenstown is a treasure trove of sightseeing delights. Here are some of the most popular attractions.

Skyline Gondola
Kiwi Birdlife Park
Lake Wakatipu
The Deer Park
The Eyre
Ben Lomond Summit Track

Shopping Attractions in Queenstown

The town centre has numerous souvenir and tourist stores. Some of the favourite shopping items are fine New Zealand wine, jade and bone carvings, possum fur and sheepskin products, and high quality knitwear.

Angel Divine
Back Country
Boxer
Craft Boutique 1993 Ltd.
Custom Print Clothing
Dotti
Elliotts
FetchNZ
Fiend Clothing
Forest and Stream New Zealand
Hermes Opal and Jewellery
High Country Run Ltd.

Eating out in Queenstown

Queenstown is full of eateries offering the best in multi ethnic cuisines and New Zealand’s legendary wines. Some of them are as follows:

Amsfield Wine Company
Avanti
At Thai
BRAZZ on the Green
Beefeater Steakhouse
The Bathhouse Fine Restaurant
The Bunker
Dux de Lux
Fergburger
The Cow Pizza & Spaghetti House
Gantley’s Restaurant
Memories of Hong Kong
Minami Jujitsu
Prime
Tatler
The Lone Star

Hotels in Queenstown

Take your pick from numerous hotels, holiday parks, guest houses, motels, and serviced apartments. Some of the options are as follows:

Azur
Amaroo
Abba Garden Motel
Amber Lodge
Blue Peaks Lodge
Central Ridge Boutique Hotel
111 North Ridge
50 Aspen Grove
The Ferry Bed and Breakfast
Willowbrook
Frankton Motor Camp
Lakeview Holiday Park

Cheap Flights to Queenstown

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Preferred Airlines to Queenstown from UK

Airports in Queenstown

The airport name is Queenstown Airport. It is located about 9 kms from the northeast of central Queenstown. The airport has most of the usual facilities. One can contact the Airport Administration Office at +64 3 450 9031. You can also visit the airport’s website at http://www.queenstownairport.co.nz/.

Best Time to Visit Queenstown

Queenstown has all the four seasons of Spring, Summer, Autumn and winter. The destination can be visited throughout the year as the different tourist activities depend upon the season. For instance, winter is the time to indulge in skiing and other winter sports, while summer is for water sports.

Transport in Queenstown

Queenstown is a walker’s paradise. However, convenient and comfortable options like buses and car hire are also available.