New Zealand Tourist Attractions Guide
New Zealand offers a huge variety of tourist attractions for you to choose from. Whether you want to enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on the beautiful Lake Wakatipu near Queenstown or climb New Zealand's tallest mountain Mt Cook (or something in between), you can find it here. We have compiled a comprehensive listing of memorable attraction in New Zealand - including Whale watching in Kaikoura, Sailing in the Marlborough Sounds, Kayaking the Abel Tasman, Scenic day tours of Auckland, Hiking on the Franz Josef / Fox Glaciers and visiting glowworm caves near Te Anau in Fiordland.
To find what you are looking for, navigate the map to the right, use the search field below or browse our attractions directory further down the page.
North Island
Auckland | Wellington | Rotorua | Taupo | Hamilton | Coromandel | Northland | Bay of Plenty | Napier / Hastings | Taranaki
South Island
Christchurch | Queenstown | Dunedin | Wanaka | Nelson | Kaikoura | Mount Cook | Hanmer Springs | Abel Tasman | Akaroa | Blenheim | Marlborough Sounds | Franz Josef & Fox Glacier | Stewart Island | Invercargill | Te Anau & Milford Sound | Twizel | Lake Tekapo | Westland
Auckland Attractions Dubbed the 'city of sails', Auckland is a vibrant, modern city which offers something for everyone. |
Christchurch Attractions The South Island's largest city, Christchurch (also known as 'The Garden City') boasts many parks & gardens. |
Queenstown Attractions Aside from its scenic beauty, Queenstown is also a great place to visit if you are an adventure seeker. |
Wellington Attractions Described as a village with skyscrapers, Wellington (New Zealand's capital) offers an unforgettable city experience. |
Rotorua Attractions Famous for its Geothermal activity and also a popular water sport destination, Rotorua is a must-see. |
Abel Tasman Attractions Offering subtropical weather, turquoise waters & secluded beaches of golden sand, the Abel Tasman is a must visit. |
Dunedin Attractions Comprehensive tourist attractions guide to the southern city of Dunedin and the wildlife haven of Otago Peninsula. |
Wanaka Attractions Offering stunning mountain views and countless outdoor activities, Wanaka is a truly exciting destination. |
Taupo Attractions From clear blue lakes to towering Vocanoes and roaring water falls, the Lake Taupo region has something for everyone. |
Kaikoura Attractions The thriving seaside town of Kaikoura is a haven for a vast collection of Bird and Aquatic life including Sperm Whales. |
Hanmer Springs Attractions A short 90-minute drive from Christchurch, the picturesque Geothermal resort town of Hanmer Springs is a must-see. |
Marlborough Sounds Attractions An intricate series of bays, coves and waterways, this idyllic paradise offers a truly relaxing holiday. |
Mount Cook Attractions Featuring breath-taking mountain views, memorable walks and exciting outdoor activities, Mt Cook National Park is not to be missed. |
Te Anau / Milford Sound Attractions Made up of rugged, mountainous fiords and picturesque coastline, Fiordland is a must-visit destination. |
Franz Josef / Fox Glacier Attractions Situated on the South Island's west coast, the spectacular Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers are a must-see visitor attraction. |
