There is so much to do in Arrowtown, Queenstown and the Otago region. Most activities can be accessed all year round even though each season has its own character. Renowned for its adventure and thrills, there is a huge choice of adrenaline pumping activities to choose from - jet boating, bungy jumping, white water rafting and skydiving to name but a few. In winter, there are four ski areas and a range of activities within easy reach of l'Amiradou, Queenstown.
Outdoor activities such as a round of golf at one of Queenstown’s gorgeous clubs, great hiking and miles of biking trails to explore should keep any sports enthusiast engaged. The more sedate amongst us will also find a range of guided tours, boat cruises, scenic flights or spa and wellness options.
The epicurean scene is world class and there are fabulous bars, restaurants and cafes to make any trip here a foodie's paradise to be discovered. Oenologists will want to tour of some of the world class Otago wineries and cellar doors in Gibbston and further afield.
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Offering a range of slow cooked meats (special of the day), rotisserie chickens, burgers, sandwiches, and a variety of salads.
46-50 Buckingham Street
Queenstown, New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 442 0066
Website: www.facebook.com/slowcuts/
54 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown
9302 Queenstown, New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 442 0509
Website: www.larumbla.co.nz
Café food all made on site along with fresh baked breads, bagels and pastries baked daily and also has a small store selling a range of artisan condiments, books and gifts.
65 Buckingham St, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand
Tel: +64 3-442 0714
Email: info@provisionscafe.co.nz
Website: www.provisionsofarrowtown.co.nz
Fabulous food for all! Meat eaters and vegans alike will be delighted with the offerings at Postmasters.
54 Buckingham Street
Arrowtown
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 442 0991
Email: postmasters.residence@xtra.co.nz
Website: www.postmasters.co.nz
Mantra offers delicious authentic Indian cuisine, including some great vegetarian dishes.
12, The Royal Oak,
50 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 442 0880
Email: info@mantra.net.nz
Website: www.mantra.net.nz
French cuisine in a casual bistro setting facing the banks of the Arrow River beckons. If you don’t feel like baking your own croissants in Kumanu (please ask if you’d like frozen pastries stocked for you), head down here for a delicious breakfast.
25 Ramshaw Lane
Arrowtown
Otago 9302
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 409 8946
Website: www.bonjour-arrowtown.com
The Boat Shed Cafe and Bistro is located on the shore of Lake Wakatipu, and is the perfect place to enjoy a fine coffee, breakfast or lunch. With seasonal menu featuring the very best, locally sourced produce, The Boat Shed is a charming stop on your trip into/out of Queenstown!
847 Frankton Rd, Frankton, Queenstown 9300,
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 441 4146
Website: www.boatshedqueenstown.com
Open
Daily 8am - 5pm
Sit back and relax, surrounded by Remarkables mountain range, lakes and a championship golf course while you dine in this club house at exclusive Jack’s Point resort reserve.
McAdam Drive, Jack’s Point, Queenstown
Tel: +64 3 450 2050
Email: restaurant@jackspoint.co.nz
Website: www.jackspoint.com/restaurant
Open
Daily for breakfast and lunch
Fri evenings for dinner
Rata, an award winning restaurant owned and operated by internationally recognized Michelin starred chef Josh Emett, and highly regarded local restauranteur Fleur Caulton
Te Nuku 43 Ballarat St, Queenstown 9348, New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 442 9393
Email: bookings@ratadining.co.nz
Website: www.ratadining.co.nz
A quaint rustic gem of a restaurant in a hidden side street in the middle of Queenstown, The Cow is a favourite stop for their amazing pizzas, pasta and other comfort foods!
Cow Ln, Queenstown 9300,
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 442 8588
Email:
restaurant@loustalet-gigondas.com
Website: www.facebook.com/thecowrestaurant
Fergburger and Fergbaker next door are Queenstown institutions. The queues can be off-putting but they are very fast. The burgers are the size of your face so they won’t blink an eye-lid if you ask for yours to be sliced in half for sharing. The pies next door are delicious too and the queues much less daunting.
42 Shotover St, Queenstown 9300,
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 441 1232
Website: www.fergburger.com
Open 8.30am - 05.00am daily
Bespoke Kitchen is the 3rd cafe by creators of the much-lauded Vudu Cafe and Vudu Cafe and Larder. Delicious contemporary all-day breakfast style New Zealand food ranging from salads to sandwiches and fabulous non-meat focused mains.
9 Isle St, Queenstown 9300
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 409 0552
Website: www.bespokekitchen.co.nz
The home of hand rolled & tossed NY style pizzas
33 Camp St, Queenstown 9300,
New Zealand
Tel: +64 800 749 927
Website: www.fatbadgerspizza.com
Open
Daily 11am - 4am
If you need a good meat fix, this is one stop that’s become a fixture in Queenstown. Right near the lake, a short hop from the centre of Queenstown, Botswana Butcher offers an extensive wine list with its premium grills and seafood.
17 Marine Parade, Queenstown-Lakes 9300,
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3-442 6994
Website: queenstown.botswanabutchery.co.nz/queenstown
You’ll find Patagonia Chocolates in Arrowtown and Wanaka but it is the Queenstown original location that is the brightest star. Situated on Beach Street, right near the lake, Patagonia Chocolates in Queenstown is a favourite for something sweet any time of the day! Fantastic ice cream as well as chocolates await you!!
50 Beach St, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 442 9066
Website: www.patagoniachocolates.co.nz
Splendid Japanese food which really hits the spot with excellent seafood in a stylish setting.
9 Beach Street (upstairs), Queenstown 9300
Tel: +64 3 4425888
Email : dine@tatsumi.co.nz
Website: www.tatsumi.co.nz
Tucked away in a quiet corner, Federal Diner is where Wanaka locals come to hide away from the lake front crowds. Fabulous coffee will bring you in early. The friendly folk and delicious snacks and fuss-free meals will keep you here all day.
47 Helwick St, Wanaka 9305,
New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 443 5152
The delights of French cuisine found at Lake Wanaka will not disappoint the most exacting palate.
76A Golf Course Rd, Wanaka 9305, New Zealand
Tel: +64 3 443 2299
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