Meet Queenstown’s founder! This bronze statue marks the town’s roots—from Rees’s first farm to the gold rush boom. Nearby, Eichardt’s Hotel and Patagonia Chocolates add history and sweet indulgence.

This stone arch honors 35 locals lost in WWI, with all 83 who served remembered. Step through and you’ll see Queenstown Gardens—lush, peaceful, and filled with trails and stunning lake views.

Built in 1864, this is Queenstown’s oldest building. Once home to settler John Williams, today it houses Vesta Design Boutique showcasing NZ art, jewelry, and crafts in a true gold rush relic.

A cozy, affordable café tucked on Church Lane. Locals love it for Wolf Coffee Roasters brews and hearty brunch buns—perfect fuel for exploring. It’s no-fuss Queenstown charm at its best.

A fairytale stone church built in 1930s Gothic style. Its steeple, tower, and arched windows make it one of Queenstown’s most photogenic landmarks, loved for both worship and tranquil beauty.

This charming stone ale house was once the rowdy council chambers. Next door, the 1877 library and 1876 courthouse—historic schist buildings—still stand as proud gold rush survivors.

The burger pilgrimage spot—giant, legendary, and worth the wait (or order online to skip the line). Next door, Fergbaker and Mrs Ferg Gelateria tempt you with pies, pastries, and gelato.

A lakeside green space perfect for picnics, with Remarkables views, a quirky Moa statue, and weekend markets. Families, couples, and sunbathers all gather here—it’s Queenstown at its most relaxed.

Your finale! A lakeside hub of restaurants, bars, and history. It’s home to the TSS Earnslaw, a 1912 steamship offering cruises and farm tours—an elegant link to Queenstown’s pioneering past.