Things to do in Southland
Activities, attractions and tours
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Tours & day trips
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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour
Adventure & outdoor
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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown
Food, drink & nightlife
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Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown
Private & custom tours
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Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise Included)
Water activities
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Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise
What to do in Southland
Popular places to visit
Milford Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.
Lake Te Anau
Explore a geologically active glowworm cave, relax in a lakeside town and organise a kayaking adventure when visiting this spectacular glacial lake.
Lake Manapouri
Use the shores of this striking lake as a base when visiting the popular Doubtful Sound and many other beautiful areas in Fiordland National Park.
Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre
Explore the great outdoors at Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre, a lovely green space in Te Anau. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Doubtful Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Doubtful Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Mitre Peak
With a position looming over the famous Milford Sound, it’s no wonder this towering summit of the Fiordland mountain is among the most photographed sites in the country.
Curio Bay Petrified Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Curio Bay Petrified Forest, a lovely green space in Curio Bay. Stroll along the beaches or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Rakiura National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Rakiura National Park, a lovely green space in Stewart Island / Rakiura.
Southland Hospital
Though Southland Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Invercargill while you are here.
Areas of Southland
Invercargill City Centre
Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theaters and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Classic Motorcycle Mecca while you're exploring the area.
Heidelberg
Heidelberg is noteworthy for its spas, and you can plan an outing to Dig This Invercargill and Rugby Park Stadium while you're in town.
Richmond
Richmond is well-liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Invercargill area, you might plan a trip to Rugby Park Stadium or Civic Theatre.
Appleby
Appleby is noteworthy for its spas, and you can plan an outing to Rugby Park Stadium and Civic Theatre while you're in town.
Hawthorndale
You'll enjoy the parks and entertainment venues in Hawthorndale. You might want to make time for a stop at Bill Richardson Transport World or Surrey Park.
