South Island
Travel Guide
Visit South Island
Where to stay in South Island
Queenstown City Centre
The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Queenstown City Centre. Make a stop by Skycity Queenstown Casino or Queenstown Mall while you're exploring the area.
Christchurch City Centre
Christchurch City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for is abundant dining options, interesting museums, and colorful gardens. You might want to check out attractions like Christchurch Art Gallery or Cathedral Square while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Dunedin City Centre
Travelers come to Dunedin City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like First Church of Otago and Grand Casino while you're in town.
Frankton
Frankton is known for its lake views, and you can plan a trip to Queenstown Event Centre and Lake Wakatipu while you're in town.
Christchurch Airport
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Christchurch Airport and surrounding area, you can visit International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.
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Popular places to visit
Lyttelton Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.
Milford Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.
Lake Tekapo
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Tekapo, a popular spot to commune with nature in Lake Tekapo. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.
Sumner Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Sumner Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Christchurch. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Mount Cook National Park
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Mount Cook National Park, a lovely green space in Mount Cook. Discover the spas in this quaint area, or seek out its hiking trails.
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Lake Pukaki
- Milford Sound
- Sumner Beach
- Lake Tekapo
- Mount Cook National Park
- Aoraki / Mount Cook
- Abel Tasman National Park
- Coronet Peak Ski Area
- University of Otago
- Cardrona Alpine Resort
- The Octagon
- Skyline Queenstown
- Hagley Park
- Golden Bay
- Tekapo Springs
- The Remarkables Ski Area
- Hanmer Springs Thermal Reserve
- New Brighton Beach
- Christchurch Casino
- Franz Josef Glacier
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mount Hutt Skifield
- Cathedral Square
- Lake Ohau
- Lake Wanaka
- University of Canterbury
- Christchurch Gondola
- Aoraki / Mount Cook Visitor Center
- Queenstown Gardens
- Larnach Castle