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.
climb inside the water tower for neat views of the town - Twelve months’ work and 300,000 bricks gave Invercargill a 42.6-m-high landmark that serves it still #stunningstructures
When visiting New Zealand make sure to get all the way to the south end of the South Island.  You will be treated to some lovely landscapes as well as interesting wildlife. More details: http://turtlestravel.com/dont-skip-invercargill-and-new-zealands-southland/
New Zealand Invercargill Town Centre

Where to stay in 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 Otepuni Gardens while you're exploring the area.

Invercargill City Centre
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Heidelberg

Heidelberg is well liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Bill Richardson Transport World and Stadium Southland if you have time to explore the area.

Heidelberg
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Newfield

Travellers like the parks in Newfield, and Dig This Invercargill is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Newfield
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Georgetown

Travellers like the parks in Georgetown, and Rugby Park Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Georgetown
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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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Turnbull Thompson Park

Turnbull Thompson Park 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 Bill Richardson Transport World or Stadium Southland.

Turnbull Thompson Park
The Langlands Hotel

The Langlands Hotel

4.5 out of 5
59 Dee St Invercargill Southland
The price is NZ$236 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
NZ$236
31 Jan - 1 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! (248 reviews)
Beautiful new, modern hotel. Extreme helpful staff. Spotless room and modern. Very comfortable sleep! Breakfast at the café was 5/5!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 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$180 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
NZ$180
31 Jan - 1 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! (830 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Ascot Park Hotel
Kelvin Hotel

Kelvin Hotel

3.5 out of 5
20 Kelvin Street Invercargill
The price is NZ$151 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
NZ$151
26 Jan - 27 Jan
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! (969 reviews)
Great room and atmosphere. Close to everything and free parking which was good.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Kelvin Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Colonial Motel Invercargill

Colonial Motel Invercargill

4 out of 5
143 Mary Street Invercargill Southland
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (390 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
Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments

Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments

4.5 out of 5
Cnr Dee & The Crescent Streets Invercargill
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Invercargill. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (593 reviews)
Great service very helpful, will look to stay again.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Quest Invercargill Serviced Apartments
Perfect city living 700m to the centre  and  50m to  the beautiful Queens Park .

Perfect city living 700m to the centre and 50m to the beautiful Queens Park .

Avenal Southland
Stay at this golf holiday home in Invercargill. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Southland Museum and Art Gallery and E ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Great location to visit the World's Fastest Indian and tuatara. Lots of space to spread out. Well equipped kitchen and easily accessible grocery store.

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Perfect city living 700m to the centre and 50m to the beautiful Queens Park .
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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