Autumn adventures

And just down the road, as well as it’s unique heritage precinct, shops and great food and wine, Arrowtown is also renowned for being one of the most amazing places in New Zealand to experience the colours of the four seasons. In any season the town is a photographer’s dream and Arrowtown is renowned for its stunning autumn colours providing hues of gold and orange on the hillsides and surrounds during April and May.

A walk through Arrowtown’s carefully preserved main streets feels like a step back in time or a step into an old western film, however, each of the hotels, restaurants, galleries and boutique retail stores will set your senses alive.

The town is full of artists, talented chefs, florists, and shop owners with an eye for beautiful, unique and quality boutique pieces for their stores.

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It’s the perfect time to indulge all senses in the colours and flavours of the season.

It’s a bit cooler at sunrise and sunset, but the warm sunny days are ideal for exploring the region and enjoying the activities and attractions that make this the perfect holiday destination.

No matter how many times you’ve been down our way, there is always something new to discover.

Challenge yourself to try something new, whether that be a local photography course, cooking or pottery class, or attempting a challenging hike, yoga class or biking trail.

Autumn is a fabulous time to explore local vineyards, breweries and wineries by bike or to relax by exploring local galleries, our beautifully presented retail stores, cafes and restaurants.

The crisp evenings are perfect for sipping a glass of award-winning local Pinot Noir beside a fire. Here are our top ways to enjoy Queenstown in autumn.

Queenstown is a true foodies’ paradise, with over 150 bars and restaurants, the food scene is always buzzing here.

Whether it be new craft beer bars, cafes or restaurants popping up, food tours, or inventive new dishes, there’s always something new, creative and exciting to try.

Queenstown’s pedestrianised town centre is packed with restaurants, cafes, bars and plenty of places for dessert.

A visit to Arrowtown on any given evening in autumn is a must-do, with live music, restaurants and bars brimming with people. CT

Getting there

Queenstown has an international airport which is located a handy 10-minute drive from the town centre.

Air New Zealand and Jetstar provide scheduled daily domestic flights to/from the international gateways of Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington.

Air New Zealand, Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas operate regular trans-Tasman flights direct to Queenstown.