What to do in Southland
Most fun & popular experiences in Southland
Tours & day trips
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours
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History & culture
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Food, drink & nightlife
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Private & custom tours
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Rakiura National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Rakiura National Park, a lovely green space in Stewart Island / Rakiura.
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.
Porpoise Bay Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Porpoise Bay Beach during your travels in Waikawa?
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.
Explore areas of Southland
Invercargill City Centre
Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Classic Motorcycle Mecca or Civic Theatre while you're exploring the area.
Heidelberg
Heidelberg is well liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Rugby Park Stadium and Bill Richardson Transport World if you have time to explore the area.
Taramea Bay
If you're spending some time in Taramea Bay, you might consider exploring the beaches.
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 Classic Motorcycle Mecca.
Appleby
Appleby is noteworthy for its spas, and you can plan an outing to Rugby Park Stadium and Classic Motorcycle Mecca while you're in town.
Glengarry
Travellers like the parks in Glengarry, and Stadium Southland is a top attraction you might want to visit.