Queenstown is famous for being New Zealand’s favourite four season destination.
With four distinct and unique seasons Queenstown has year-round appeal with each season offering a markedly different experience. We enjoy a continental-style climate with long hot summers and cool, crisp winters. Queenstown truly offers something for every season, very few activities aren’t available year round, and it’s no exaggeration to say you can experience more here in a day than some do in a lifetime!
Queenstown sits at latitude 45° south against the dramatic backdrop of the Southern Alps. Our location means summer brings long, warm days with lots of time to enjoy the outdoors. The colours of autumn are famed internationally as Mother Nature’s show of red and gold blankets the hills and countryside. In winter you’ll experience the stunning snow-capped mountains and a winter paradise for snow sport enthusiasts. When spring breaks it transforms the area with bright colours, green valleys and a sense of energy and playfulness. You can literally ski in the morning and golf or mountain bike in the afternoon!
The best time to visit Queenstown depends entirely on your interests, but there is something to do in every month of the year. Explore below to find out more about the seasons.
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Experience a True New Zealand Winter Holiday in Queenstown
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Four days of fun with a Queenstown winter weekend getaway
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A Guide to South Island Ski Fields
Planning a New Zealand ski holiday? The South Island provides world-class ski terrain and a variety of ski areas dotted throughout the Southern Alps. Queenstown is New Zealand’s most established ski destination with four ski resorts, terrain for all abilities, and a vibrant alpine town.
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Explore Arrowtown in Winter
If you’re heading to Queenstown this winter, take time to explore the historic goldmining village of Arrowtown. Plan your visit with this guide to things to do in Arrowtown during the winter months.
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10 Cosy Winter Escapes in Queenstown
Heading to Queenstown for a winter getaway? Snuggle up in style with this guide to romantic places to stay in this glorious alpine destination.
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Your Guide to the 2022 Queenstown Ski Season
Winter truly showcases what Queenstown is all about - adventure, world-class skiing and an après scene that will have you coming back season after season. Here’s your guide to the 2022 ski season in Queenstown and what to expect.
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5 Reasons to Visit Queenstown this Winter
There's always a perfect reason to visit Queenstown, but for snow buffs, here are five reasons why you should visit in winter 2022.
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