Top Tourist Attractions in Arrowtown

Best Things To Do in Arrowtown, New Zealand

Have you ever visited a new place and felt ‘wow’ about it? For many visitors, it happens at Arrowtown.

Arrowtown may not be as popular as other cities in New Zealand, but don’t let that fool you. Arrowtown is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination.

You can definitely plan a few hours of a side trip here while traveling to Queenstown. You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Arrowtown.

If you have plans to visit New Zealand and are not sure if Arrowtown should be included in your itinerary, keep reading. In this list, we have put together some of the things to do in Arrowtown and around. We have a hunch that if you include this city in your travel plans, you will be thrilled you did so.

Tourist Attractions in Arrowtown

Here is the list of things to do in Arrowtown and tourist attractions in city.

  1. Historic Arrowtown Chinese Settlement

    4.3 (276 Votes)
    Historic Arrowtown Chinese Settlement

    Historical Site

    Address: Buckingham St, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand

    If you are exploring the interiors to Arrowtown then the Chinese Settlement will give you a memorable experience of the 1880’s life of the Chinese miners in this area. Through the fascinating walk, you will find a number of restored huts and plaques that explain the history of the Chinese Settlement during the Otago Gold Rush of 1860s. Yo...Read more

  2. Arrowtown Bakery & Cafe

    4.4 (327 Votes)
    Arrowtown Bakery & Cafe

    Coffee House, Bakery

    Address: 1 Buckingham St, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand

    A famous eatery in New Zealand is the Arrowtown Bakery & Café. It is quite popular and is sure to be crowded during meal-times. And although you may not be open to rushing through a meal, the aroma of freshly baked goodies is sure to lure you here. You may order a quick lunch, or enjoy a delicate snack, the smallest item from this ba...Read more

  3. Dudley's Cottage Arrowtown - Gold Panning, Cafe & Gifts

    4.5 (29 Votes)
    Dudley's Cottage Arrowtown - Gold Panning, Cafe & Gifts

    Address: 4 Buckingham St, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand

    Ever tried gold panning? If not, then go ahead to this small cottage where traditional mining will help you extract gold from placer deposit. It is a fun and thrilling activity for your children. Let them enjoy while you sit in the cottage, sipping a perfectly brewed coffee with nice snacks. At the gift shop you will get all the indigenous stuf...Read more

  4. Lakes District Museum

    4.3 (107 Votes)

  5. Gold Panning Tuition & Pan Hire

    3.8 (17 Votes)

  6. Arrowtown Holiday Park

    4.1 (25 Votes)
    12 Centennial Ave, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand
    Park, Camp

  7. Milford Sound Barbeque Bus

    4.8 (16 Votes)
    9 Cotter Ave, Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand

  8. Wilcox Green

    4.4 (14 Votes)
    Arrow River Bridges Ride, Arrowtown 9371, New Zealand

  9. Gladden Fields

    4 (14 Votes)
    Arrowtown 9302, New Zealand