The pride of Invercargill is Queens Park, a magnificent public park in the heart of the city. The park sprawls across 80 hectares of beautifully kept gardens, wildlife habitats, and sports areas.
Highlights of this New Zealand Garden of National Significance include a stunning rose garden, a rhododendron dell, an azalea garden, a Japanese garden, bush paths through a selection of native plants, rock and herb gardens, and a stumpery. An indoor Winter Garden features tropical and flowering plants, and a range of cacti are displayed in an adjoining structure. The park also houses an impressive bird aviary, farmyard area, and animal enclosures.
The Catlins (sometimes referred to as The Catlins Coast) comprises an area in the southeastern corner of the South Island of New Zealand. The area lies between Balclutha and Invercargill, straddling the boundary between the Otago and Southland regions. It includes the South Island's southernmost point, Slope Point.
A rugged, sparsely populated area, the Catlins features a scenic coastal landscape and dense temperate rainforest, both of which harbour many endangered species of birds, most notably the rare yellow-eyed penguin. The coast attracts numerous marine mammals, among them New Zealand fur seals and Hooker's sea lions. In general terms the area enjoys a maritime temperate climate.
Rakiura Stewart Island is the southernmost and smallest island of the three main islands of New Zealand. Just 30km from the South Island, it is a perfect retreat for those seeking peace, quiet, and adventure.
Stewart Island is a unique environment; despite being Subantarctic, its clear turquoise sea and white sand beaches make Rakiura look more like a tropical paradise. The Aurora Australis Southern Lights can be regularly sighted from the island, making it a spectacular location for astrotourism and leading to the name Rakiura, “The Land of Glowing Skies”.
One man’s passion started it all. With 300+ classic vehicles, plenty of family fun, and Invercargill café The Grille to discover, there is something for everyone here.
Bill Richardson spent decades restoring vintage vehicles - now, his family has infused his collection with their own interests to create a world-class experience.
Motorcycle Mecca is New Zealand's premiere motorcycle museum. Motorcycle Mecca have the largest display of classic motorcycles in the country with a collection ranging from 1902 - 2007.
Once housed in Nelson and known as NZ Classic Motorcycles the entire collection was sold to Transport World in May 2016. Given our natural enthusiasm for wheels and, Invercargill's celebrated obsession with motorcycles, it presented an opportunity of a lifetime. Widely regarded to be a world class display, our brand new motorcycle museum houses over 300 motorcycles and motorcycle related artwork - some pieces of which are considered just as valuable as the bikes!
Pack a picnic and share a sandwich with the chickens and alpacas by the band rotunda; after you have filled your belly take a peek at the knights in their castle before calling past the hospital.
There is a whole world just waiting to be discovered, make sure you add Demolition World to your must see list!
Every year, thousands of visitors journey to E Hayes and Sons' iconic Invercargill hardware store for one reason - to see a remarkable vintage motorcycle with their own eyes and stand in the presence of a legend.
It’s a legend that tells a story of passion and determination to develop a motorcycle to reach its full potential.
It’s the story of Burt Munro and ‘The World’s Fastest Indian’
Invercargill is quite literally rebuilding, and not just because of COVID-19. Redevelopment of the Invercargill CBD is underway with a $165 million project and the enthusiasm and excitement for what the project will achieve is undeniable. With a bold and inspiring mandate to build a city for the future, Invercargill Central Ltd is re-energising, re-imaging and redeveloping its CBD.
The elegant Anderson Park is located on the northern outskirts of Invercargill and is testament to the generous spirit of one of Invercargill’s early prominent businessmen. The grand old homestead remains as a focal point of the park, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and mature trees.
Absolutely groundbreaking in Invercargill, Dig This, New Zealand's first heavy equipment playground, is an experience quite unlike any other. Get ready to rip, push and pull your way to a whole new level of excitement.
Here, all guests have the opportunity to operate bulldozers, excavators, mini excavators and skid steers in a giant gravel pit. Don't worry if you haven't driven heavy machinery before, our experienced team will show you how. You don't even need to have a driver’s license!
View the wonder of Stewart Island with a comfortable 15 minutes flight from Invercargill, taking you to the heart of New Zealand's ecological playground. Whether your trip is to experience the amazing birdlife, to do a spot of fishing, to escape the rigors of modern life, to catch up with friends and family, or to walk some of the epic National Park, Stewart Island Flights will have you there in minutes.
Southland’s together space, the collaboration between the Invercargill Public Art Gallery and the Southland Museum and Art Gallery, is called He Waka Tuia Art + Museum.
Doors open from 10am - 5pm Monday to Friday and 10-4 in the weekends. Located at 42 Kelvin Street, Invercargill – with on street parking and a friendly accessible environment.
The museum has an exciting programme of events, changing exhibitions and touring art. Join in with kids activities and cultural days, hear from our experts, and much more.
The trail provides an off-road alternative for cyclists and walkers between Invercargill and Bluff, which is approximately 25km long. The final 16km section is sealed as an off-highway shared walking and cycling trail linking Awarua and Bluff.
H&J Smith is privately owned regional department store group with stores in Invercargill, Dunedin, Queenstown, Gore, Balclutha, Te Anau, and Mosgiel
The Invercargill Department Store with over 12,000 sqm of retail space is one of the largest stores in New Zealand and the flagship of the company. Offering a comprehensive range of Fashion, Beauty, Gift, and Home Furnishings products the store holds a unique place in the New Zealand retail marketplace.
Established in 1900 as a drapery store in New Zealand’s southernmost city of Invercargill the company is a Southland icon, regarded for its progressive nature and commitment to serving the communities in which it operates.
