Queenstown is a resort town in Otago in the southwest of New Zealand's South Island. It has an urban population of 15,800.
The QueenstownLakes District has a land area of 8,705 square kilometres not counting its inland lakes Hāwea, Wakatipu, and Wānaka. The region has an estimated resident population of 49,500. Queenstown is known for its commerceoriented tourism, especially adventure and ski tourism.

When is the best time to visit Queenstown?
Queenstown is a yearround destination, however July September is best if you want to hit the slopes while you’re here. Summer is great for water sports and having picnics by the lake, while Spring and Autumn offer moderate temperatures, good hiking and cycling conditions and views with snowcapped mountains.

How do I get to Queenstown?
Queenstown Airport is well serviced by flights from throughout New Zealand, as well as international flights from Australia. The airport is only 10minutes from central Queenstown by car and also has frequent bus connections.
Queenstown is a scenic fivehour drive from Christchurch and is around 3.5 hours from Dunedin.

Is Queenstown expensive to visit?
Compared to the rest of New Zealand, Queenstown is a relatively expensive place to visit. Accommodation costs are higher than in the rest of the country and activities can be expensive. However, food and wine costs are comparable to other New Zealand cities and ultimately, how much you spend does depend on how you choose to travel.

How many days should I spend in Queenstown?
As long as you like! You'll never run out of things to do in Queenstown. If you're pressed for time, you will probably want to dedicate at least three days to the area. This gives you enough time to see the major sites, do some activities, and sample the local food and wine. If you want to spend some time on the slopes or do longer hikes or bike rides, you probably want to budget a couple more days.