West Invercargill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

sunset at the estuary - the area beside the estuary used to be the city landfill and has been a restoration project since 1994 with ongoing planting and pest plant control. Walking and cycling loop track around the Lagoon and across the Roger Sutton Boardwalk. Interpretation, seating and bird watching opportunities. Views extend to Bluff Hill further south.
sunset at the estuary - the area beside the estuary used to be the city landfill and has been a restoration project since 1994 with ongoing planting and pest plant control. Walking and cycling loop track around the Lagoon and across the Roger Sutton Boardwalk. Interpretation, seating and bird watching opportunities. Views extend to Bluff Hill further south.

Popular places to visit

Southland Hospital

4/5(21 reviews)

If Southland Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Invercargill.

Southland Hospital

Burt Munro

4.5/5(52 reviews)

Find out about the history of Invercargill when you take a trip to Burt Munro. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.

Burt Munro

Bill Richardson Transport World

4.5/5(63 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Bill Richardson Transport World during your travels in Invercargill. Take in the entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Bill Richardson Transport World

Civic Theatre

4.5/5(14 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Civic Theatre during your stay in Invercargill. Discover the bars and entertainment venues in this walkable area.

Civic Theatre

Surrey Park

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Surrey Park, a lovely green space in Invercargill. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Surrey Park

Stadium Southland

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Catch an event at Stadium Southland during your trip to Invercargill. Take in the entertainment venues while you're in the area.

Stadium Southland

Our pick of the best West Invercargill Hotel Deals

The Langlands Hotel

The Langlands Hotel

4.5 out of 5
59 Dee St Invercargill Southland
The price is NZ$241 per night from 20 Feb to 21 Feb
NZ$241
20 Feb - 21 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (257 reviews)
Everything was perfect, nicest hotel I have stayed in for a long time.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Langlands Hotel
Ascot Park Hotel

Ascot Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner of Tay Street & Racecourse Road Invercargill
The price is NZ$156 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$156
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (839 reviews)
Clean room heaps of parking. Access to the restaurant and bar

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Ascot Park Hotel
Kelvin Hotel

Kelvin Hotel

3.5 out of 5
20 Kelvin Street Invercargill
The price is NZ$163 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$163
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (978 reviews)
Spacious room

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Kelvin Hotel
Distinction Invercargill Hotel

Distinction Invercargill Hotel

3.5 out of 5
3 Esk Street West Invercargill Southland Region
The price is NZ$289 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$289
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Classic Motorcycle Mecca and Civic ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Beautiful facilities, the staff were so held and welcoming.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Distinction Invercargill Hotel
Balmoral Lodge Motel

Balmoral Lodge Motel

4.5 out of 5
265 Tay Street Invercargill
The price is NZ$172 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$172
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Invercargill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (426 reviews)
The room was clean and the reception staff were pleasant and helpful.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Balmoral Lodge Motel
Colonial Motel Invercargill

Colonial Motel Invercargill

4 out of 5
143 Mary Street Invercargill Southland
The price is NZ$143 per night from 14 Mar to 15 Mar
NZ$143
14 Mar - 15 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (392 reviews)
Very handy to Queens Park where I was taking part in a sporting event. Cooking facilities were very good.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Colonial Motel Invercargill
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Other neighbourhoods around West Invercargill

New Zealand Invercargill Town Centre

Invercargill City Centre

4/5(191 area reviews)

Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Toetoes Bay while you're exploring the area.

Invercargill City Centre
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Appleby

Appleby is noteworthy for its spas, and you can plan an outing to Civic Theatre and Rugby Park Stadium while you're in town.

Appleby
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Avenal

You'll appreciate the spas during your time in Avenal and you might want to plan a stop by Southland Museum and Art Gallery and Civic Theatre while you're in the area.

Avenal
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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 Civic Theatre or Southland Museum and Art Gallery.

Richmond
My favorite place in this amazing park in Invercargill. Don't miss it while you are in town! #Green

Queens Park

Travellers like the parks in Queens Park, and Southland Museum and Art Gallery is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Queens Park
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Windsor

Travellers like the parks in Windsor, and Burt Munro is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Windsor

West Invercargill Travel Guide

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