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 Toetoes Bay 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
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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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 Bill Richardson Transport World.

Richmond
The Langlands Hotel

The Langlands Hotel

4.5 out of 5
59 Dee St Invercargill Southland
The price is NZ$244 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$244
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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! (251 reviews)
Clean, very comfortable.

Reviewed on 25 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$170 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$170
8 Feb - 9 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! (833 reviews)
Courteous staff, good amenities in room but bit of a stretch for 5 people

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Ascot Park Hotel
Kelvin Hotel

Kelvin Hotel

3.5 out of 5
20 Kelvin Street Invercargill
The price is NZ$165 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$165
8 Feb - 9 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! (971 reviews)
Staff were awesome

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Kelvin Hotel
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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 ...
8.8/10 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
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! (594 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)
Clean rooms,

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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

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

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

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

Reviews of Invercargill

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Top destination
5 - Excellent
90
5 - Excellent 29%
4 - Good
171
4 - Good 55%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 15%
2 - Disappointing
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

We visit regularly to visit family and have noticed a lot of new infrastructure which is very positive to see. Any visitors must have a walk through Queens Park. It's one of my favourite parks around the world.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Many things to look at, friendly people. The roads are good .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I was only down there for a wedding so didn’t get a chance for sightseeing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Queens Park be careful not to forget which entrance you went in. Beautiful area.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Great place, would have loved to spend more time there. Next time 

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Transport World is exceptional!

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