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See South Island on the map and explore nearby landmarks.
The South Island of New Zealand is a study in contrasts: ragged, snow-capped peaks rise abruptly from glassy lakes, ancient glaciers carve emerald valleys, and temperate rainforests tumble into a rugged, windswept coastline.
The South Island of New Zealand is a study in contrasts: ragged, snow-capped peaks rise abruptly from glassy lakes, ancient glaciers carve emerald valleys, and temperate rainforests tumble into a rugged, windswept coastline.
Explore hotels in South IslandMajor entry points are Christchurch, Queenstown, Dunedin and Nelson airports, with regular domestic flights from Auckland/Wellington; smaller airports include Blenheim and Invercargill. The Cook Strait ferries (Picton–Wellington) link the North and South islands.
Handpicked stays for your perfect getaway
★★★★10 Charlemont Street, Dunedin
From $218.09 per stay
★★★★64 Lakefront Terrace, Te Anau
From $365.21 per stay
★★★★327 343 Frankton Road, Queenstown
From $383.20 per stay
★★★★★56 Lakefront Drive, Te Anau
From $475.06 per stay
Discover destinations across South Island
Must-see places and experiences
Slope Point 9884, New Zealand
4.6★ (549 reviews)
Open in MapsIsland Cliff-Duntroon Road, Island Cliff 9491, New Zealand
4.5★ (957 reviews)
Open in MapsTroup Drive, Addington, Addington, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
4.6★ (1,676 reviews)
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