I've spent quite a lot of time in Queenstown on various visits, so here are the best things to do in Queenstown whether you are looking for relaxation or adventure!
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Tours
From wine tasting to jet boating, these are some of the tours I recommend checking out in Queenstown
Visit Milford Sound from Queenstown on this highly recommended tour!
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
360° spins, splashes and fun on my favourite Queenstown jet boat tour
Shotover River Extreme Jet Boat Ride in Queenstown
I've done two skydives with NZONE, and it's an amazing activity to do, especially with the views of the mountains and lake
NZONE Skydive Queenstown
If you are thinking about a skydive, watch the video of my first NZONE experience!
NZONE Skydiving in New Zealand at 15,000ft!
Take a cruise on the TSS Earnslaw across to a farm for dinner. For more info on this tour, check out my review in the Articles section of this list.
Dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm and TSS Earnslaw Cruise from Queenstown
Relax on a wine tour, and explore nearby wineries without worrying about a designated driver.
Award Winning Premium Wine Tour Queenstown Tasting at 4 Wineries
If you are a LoTR fan, this is an essential tour to see some of the famous filming locations
Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
Take a flight down from the Queenstown Skyline on this paragliding adventure
Private Tandem Paraglide Adventure in Queenstown
Want to create your own wine tasting tour? Try this hop on hop off bus that stops at many of the most popular Queenstown wineries.
Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Queenstown
This jet boat tour takes you along a narrow canyon road before the jet boat ride - not for those with a fear of heights!
Skippers Canyon Jet – Shotover River Jet Boat Queenstown
Activities
These are my favourite attractions to visit whenever I'm in Queenstown
Go and see New Zealand's iconic animal in the flesh. These birds are nocturnal so centres like this are the easiest places to see them.
Kiwi Park Queenstown | Wildlife Sanctuary
With a luge, restaurant, wine tasting and more, visit Queenstown's famous Skyline!
Queenstown Gondola
If an actual skydive is too much, try this indoor version instead!
iFLY Queenstown
Visit the world's first commercial bungy jump to experience an adrenalie rush. You can also go and watch other people jump for free at the viewing platform
Bungy Jump Queenstown | AJ Hackett Bungy NZ
Articles
Check out more of my Queenstown guides, with detailed reviews of tours and activities!
My guide to the best things to do in Queenstown!
23 Best Things To Do In Queenstown 2025
My favourite day trips to take from Queenstown
11 Best Day Trips From Queenstown (2025 Guide By An Expert)
A guide to why Queenstown should be on your travel bucket list.
Is Queenstown Worth Visiting? 2025 Guide
The best tours to join in Queenstown
8 Best Queenstown Tours in 2025
A full review of the TSS Earnslaw experience in Queenstown
