What to do in Kelvin Heights

Activities, attractions and tours

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Kelvin Heights featuring a small town or village, a lake or waterhole and mountains
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Kelvin Heights Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Kelvin Heights has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Kelvin Heights is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Kelvin Heights to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Kelvin Heights Attractions

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Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Kelvin Heights attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Top places to visit

1. The Remarkables Ski Area

Enjoy 543 acres (220 hectares) of slopes less than an hour’s drive from central Queenstown at the Remarkables. Test yourself at the terrain parks or watch the action from the warmth of a café while sipping a hot chocolate.
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The Remarkables Ski Area showing a gondola and snow as well as a small group of people

2. Queenstown Gardens

The Queenstown Gardens occupy a small peninsula on Lake Wakatipu, on the outskirts of Queenstown. Since 1867 the gardens have been a central feature of the town, and provide a tranquil break from the busy streets. Visit the gardens to see historic, heritage-listed trees, marvel at the views of The Remarkables mountain range, or enjoy sporting and leisure activities.
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Queenstown Gardens which includes a bridge and a pond

3. Skyline Queenstown

Winding up the side of Bob’s Peak is the steepest cable-car line in the Southern Hemisphere. Since 1967, the Skyline Gondola has been taking visitors to the summit of Bob’s Peak for views across the Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu area. Skyline also operates a number of adventure activities on the mountain. The gondola is the best way to access the mountain biking, hiking and paragliding that takes place on Bob’s Peak.
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Skyline Gondola featuring a bay or harbour and a coastal town

4. Cardrona Alpine Resort

When the air is crisp and the snow fresh, Cardona Alpine Resort is a winter sports enthusiast’s dream. On-mountain accommodation will put you close to the action, letting you ski or snowboard right out onto its 850 acres (3.5 square kilometers) of skiable terrain. Test out the nursery slopes, practice flips, spins and slides in the four terrain parks, or tackle the challenging backcountry runs.
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Cardrona Alpine Resort

5. Coronet Peak Ski Area

Traverse ski and snowboard runs for all skill levels at Coronet Peak, a 691-acre (280-hectare) ski field to the northeast of Queenstown. Take on moguls and off-piste areas, then recharge at one of the many cafés and restaurants that serve hot food and drinks throughout the day.
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Coronet Peak Ski Area featuring snow skiing as well as a small group of people

6. Lake Wakatipu

Lake Wakatipu is a lightning bolt-shaped lake set in the shadow of dramatic mountain peaks and alpine forests. The lake is the ideal setting for outdoor pursuits such as biking, fishing, kayaking and walking. Lake Wakatipu is 84 kilometres (52 miles) long and extends for 5 kilometres (3.1 miles) at its widest point. Māori legend states that the lake formed after a giant was burnt to death and thus scorched a huge hole by melting the ice of the nearby mountains.
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Lake Wakatipu showing mountains and a lake or waterhole

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What to do in Kelvin Heights

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Queenstown Golf Club

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Play a round of golf in Kelvin Heights at Queenstown Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as skiing. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Queenstown Golf Club

 

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Day trip destinations from Kelvin Heights

Queenstown which includes a sunset, mist or fog and a bay or harbor

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Early morning view of Kawarau Heights, looking across from Frankton, Queenstown.

Kawarau Falls

Frequently asked questions

Is Kelvin Heights worth visiting?
Offering a mix of cycling and golfing, there are many things to do in Kelvin Heights. When you're here, head to Skyline Queenstown, a key attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Kelvin Heights?
Kick your day off with a visit to TSS Earnslaw Steamship. Then, check out other areas of Kelvin Heights for tasty eats and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Kelvin Heights?
Skyline Queenstown is rated the top tourist attraction near Kelvin Heights, so don't leave without paying it a visit.
Is three days enough to stay in Kelvin Heights?
You'll have ample time to discover Skyline Queenstown, Kiwi and Birdlife Park and other popular attractions around the area when you book a three-day escape to Kelvin Heights.
Is Kelvin Heights a walkable neighbourhood?
You'll find Kelvin Heights easy to navigate on foot, with must-visit sights like Skyline Queenstown and Kiwi and Birdlife Park just a short walk away. Popular neighbourhoods like Queenstown City Centre and Frankton are also located only 3 kilometres and 5 kilometres from the centre of Kelvin Heights, so you can keep your adventure going — no driving needed.
What are some activities to do in Kelvin Heights with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or playful teenagers, an itinerary filled with fun activities sets the tone for a great escape. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Kelvin Heights with kids.

What to do in Kelvin Heights for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or fan of Mother Nature, there are loads of things to do in Kelvin Heights for adults including Cookie Time.
Are there free things to do in Kelvin Heights?
You won't have to hunt high and low for free things to do in Kelvin Heights. Simply ask a local tour guide and they'll point you toward attractions you can experience without spending a cent. A good free option for your list is Steamer Wharf.