Plan your visit

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Arrowtown exudes charm, culture and a laid-back vibe and is nature’s sanctuary near the slopes

Arrowtown is close to the action of Queenstown and Wānaka and is the perfect base for your stay in the region. It’s a living village with kotahitaka (togetherness) at its heart. During your stay you will find a passionate and welcoming local community, and almost all the visitor accommodation, shops and amenities are within walking distance of the main street.

Where to stay

Arrowtown is only 20 minutes from Queenstown

Arrowtown is conveniently located. By car, bus or bike, Arrowtown is just around the corner from the bustling hub of Queenstown or the ski village of Cardrona. Stay in Arrowtown and be close to the action.

Arriving and getting around

Distinct seasons offer different experiences

Spring & Summer in Arrowtown

Autumn in Arrowtown

Winter in Arrowtown

Information Centre

If you have questions during your stay in Arrowtown, head along to the information desk at the Lakes District Museum on Buckingham Street. The friendly staff can offer recommendations and information, maps and guides, and can help you book activities.

Visit the Info Centre

Responsible Camping

Arrowtown is NZ’s most beautiful small town and we encourage you to follow responsible camping in our district to support the guiding principles of the Tiaki promise, respecting our environment and communities when freedom camping.

We encourage you to camp at our local Holiday park, listed below or to help you with understanding more about where and how you can camp responsibly, check out the fantastic resource from our local council:

Responsible Camping Programme – https://www.qldc.govt.nz/recreation/responsible-camping-in-the-queenstown-lakes-district/

Arrowtown Holiday Park