Is Queenstown a walkable city?

In Queenstown, a little light exercise is rewarded with big spectacular views. The Whakatipu Basin is a walkers' paradise. You don't even need to go far from the town centre to connect deeply with nature and experience some of the best day walks in Queenstown.



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Queenstown has walking tracks for every age and ability, from wide flat trails that are wheelchair accessible and suitable for parents with pushchairs, to steep mountain climbs for fit experienced hikers.

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Getting around Queenstown is easy, whether you use the $2 public bus network, explore the region by foot or by bike on the Queenstown Trail, or hire your own car. For an extra scenic option, hop on the Queenstown ferry network which operates scheduled daily services from Frankton to Queenstown.

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7 days in Queenstown is a good amount of time to explore and really get to know this vibrant town and surrounding area. However, planning your Queenstown itinerary can be a challenge, especially if it's your first time visiting!

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The best time to visit Queenstown is the summer (December through February), when the long, sunny days make outdoor excursions enjoyable.

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The biggest tourist trap and most expensive place in New Zealand is undisputably Queenstown, but there is a reason why so many people get stuck in Queenstown; it is A LOT of fun!

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Is there a dress code? Pretty much anything goes in terms of dress code in Queenstown. We've never seen anyone get refused with flip flops/jandals/thongs on but, to be safe, we recommend you stick to enclosed shoes.

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With a high turnover of tourists, Queenstown's nightlife is busy every night of the week.

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5 days in Queenstown will give you enough time to see and do all of the highlights in and around this picture perfect mountain town. If you have less or more than 5 days in Queenstown, then use this itinerary as a guide and pick out the activities that will suit the length of your visit.

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The driest month is July, when precipitation is around 65mm. However, most of the precipitation during the winter months comes in the form of snow. The average summer temperature in Queenstown is 17°C, while the average winter temperature 6°C.

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Queenstown bars and clubs often have live music and DJs as well as great drink specials. There's a party atmosphere in Queenstown any night of the week, so get out to the bars and clubs and enjoy it!

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