What to do in Southland
Most fun & popular experiences in Southland
Tours & day trips
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Small Group, Award Winning Full Day Milford Sound Experience
Water activities
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Milford Sound Cruise and Kayak
History & culture
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Milford Sound Cruise with underwater observatory
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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Kepler Track Boat and Hike
Discover the most popular places to visit in Southland
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.
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.
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.
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.
Rakiura National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Rakiura National Park, a lovely green space in Stewart Island / Rakiura.
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.
Southland Hospital
If Southland Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Invercargill.
Explore areas of Southland
Invercargill City Centre
Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Classic Motorcycle Mecca while you're exploring the area.
Taramea Bay
If you're spending some time in Taramea Bay, you might consider exploring the beaches.
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.
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 Bill Richardson Transport World.
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 Rugby Park Stadium or Bill Richardson Transport World.
Glengarry
Travellers like the parks in Glengarry, and Stadium Southland is a top attraction you might want to visit.
