Queenstown Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia

Queenstown – In New Zealand’s South Island, discover the gateway to stunning fiords, glaciers, ski fields, vineyards and adventure. Click play to see the best of the city.

The lake-side city of #Queenstown provides the pulse that keeps this remote corner of the world energetic and youthful. Kiwis have the spirit of adventure running through their veins – become a part of it with a #vacation here.

Experience the beauty of Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw. Soak up the Aotearoa sunshine on a sandy beach or in Queenstown Gardens. Queenstown expands and contracts with the rhythm of the seasons. After the hectic summer, the town transforms into a world-class ski destination. When the snow melts, Queenstown transforms again to accommodate visitors who flock to the Arrow Basin to explore its charming historic towns.

The Kiwis know when it’s time to slow down, unwind and enjoy the finer things in life. Queenstown and the nearby Gibbston Valley are home to over 75 wineries, where vintners produce pinot noirs acclaimed for their purity, freshness and vitality, a perfect reflection of the region itself!

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0:00 - Queenstown
0:47 - Hollow of the Giant
1:35 - Steamer Wharf
2:04 - Queenstown Gardens
2:25 - Bob’s Peak
2:50 - Marine Parade
3:42 - The Remarkables Ski Field
3:52 - Cardrona Alpine Resort
4:06 - Coronet Peak Ski Area
4:38 - Arrow Basin
5:01 - Arrowtown
5:10 - Kawarau Bridge
5:25 - Shotover River
6:13 - Gibbston Valley

[helario]

I didn't know that there are paradise like this exist.Absolutely gorgeous.Bucket list added.

[nev]

Queenstown is in my back yard. There are many beautiful places in the south island. Plus we are pretty friendly, especially on the west coast...No wars, no guns, no pollution, no hurry. PS. Bring lots of money, it is expensive to live here..especially Queenstown...Safe travels.

[Globletrotter]

What an amazing country & beautiful city. I feel blessed i got to travel around this beautiful country for 4 months. I fell in love with NZ so much & would love to visit again sometime in the future.

[saewonyi]

Spent 10 days in Queenstown, bunjee jumped, did the 3 day Routeburn track, Milford Sound, Lord of the Rings tour, multiple other hikes, absolutely loved it. New Zealand is the most beautiful country in the world with such friendly people

[jennyhsiahwan]

I have been travelled there on 2014. Now still cant forget the breathtaking view and wonderful atmosphere.
Yes, maybe one day i will return to NZ one more time.

[DrDota]

In my opinion, this is the best place in the world! Traveled a lot and nothing comes close to Queenstown!

[ravimaharjan]

I will go back there someday again. It's the most beautiful place I've seen - The entire South Island!!

[allielan]

Thank you for the video, I didn't know how beautiful our earth could be.

[loganjernigan]

Truly the most beautiful place. It is one of my highest honors to have called this place home for a year. ❤️

[OrnumCR]

Love Queenstown and NZ. Was born in nearby Cromwell but based overseas. Get back when I can every few years. My partner and I love visiting Queenstown every time we get to NZ.

[aliceubosdyk]

I was born in NZ and I've been to Queenstown to, watching this just makes me cry as I live in Australia and will be staying here for a while now. 😭 It's so beautiful there!

[rahulg.c]

Been thr twice, but nvr get enough of this place. I feel so lucky to live in New Zealand 🇳🇿

[petecham]

One of the most beautiful places I've ever visited ❤️

[jkhan]

New Zealand sounds like a place I would want to move to forever. One day!

[acegan]

NZ is one of the most beautiful countries on earth... the best part is that the people take the efforts in maintaining its beauty.

[ricardomaro]

I love New Zealand, one day I will visit this amazing country.

[shaungordon]

Been here a few times, and it's just as beautiful as this video depicts. Incredible. Just as stunning in winter with the snow on the mountains as it is with the beautiful warm weather in summer

[hussainpardawala]

I visited Queenstown 2 years back it is the heart and jewel of New Zealand and the very essence of what it is to be kiwi. The weather, the avid scenery, the local eateries like Fergburger and the never ending list of adventure sports. For the LOTR fans out there a place called Glenorchy roughly 30-40 km from Queenstown is where a lot of the famous movie scenes were shot. My sister lives in New Zealand and i will definitely keep on coming back for more and who knows might even settle down there!

[dinozhang]

We are so honoured to have lived here for 7 years and will continue on....Don't see ourselves anywhere else if in NZ!

[moesboes]

New Zealand is one of the most beautiful countries I have ever been to. It’s far and hard to get to but it’s worth it.