Other Activities

Arrowtown’s choices are diverse.

This beautiful country township offers some cool choices, a few out of the ordinary.

Download the Arrowtown Official Guide for more information on activities around Arrowtown.

Dudley's Cottage Gold Panning, Cafe & Gift Shop

Relax in the beautiful gardens surrounding historic Dudley's Cottage while the kids try their hand at gold panning, or have a go finding yourself!


03 409 8162

READ MORE
 
Goldrush Arrowtown

Step back in time to 1860 Arrowtown for a unique dining experience set during the height of the vibrant gold rush era.


+64 34423604

READ MORE
Historic Arrowtown Tour

Visit historic Arrowtown and the Chinese village. Discover the amazing history and scenery with a local knowledgeable guide. With the flexibility of three tours a day Arrowtown will be the highlight of your time in Queenstown


03 441 8867

READ MORE
 
Old Fashioned Costume Photography

Visit our studio and have your photograph taken in Victorian Costume. We have a huge collection of costumes and props to suit all ages and sizes, quick and easy plus loads of fun. Fantastic photographs ready on the spot.


0274452569

READ MORE
 

LOCAL NUGGETS

Arrowtown Random Fact No.1

Arrowtown was originally known as Fox’s. named after William Fox an early gold discoverer. Then it was known as The Arrow and later Arrowtown.

LOCAL NUGGETS

Arrowtown Random Fact No.2

There has been a fire station on the current site since 1890. The hand drawn hose reel was used until the 1940’s.

LOCAL NUGGETS

Arrowtown Random Fact No.3

In the 1950’s many New Zealander’s built cribs ( holiday houses) in Arrowtown and came here for their summer holidays.

LOCAL NUGGETS

Arrowtown Random Fact No.4

The trees in Arrowtown’s beautiful avenues are Sycamore, Ash, Oak, Elm, and Rowan. The first avenue was planted in 1867.

LOCAL NUGGETS

Arrowtown Random Fact No.5

There are two theories as to why the town is named Arrowtown. One is that the river behind the town flows swiftly like an arrow.

LOCAL NUGGETS

Arrowtown Random Fact No.6

The first Arrowtown School was in Buckingham Street and opened in 1863. It was on the site now occupied by the Oak development.

Follow us and share your stories #arrowtownnz

This website is owned and manage by APBA. Arrowtown Promotion and Business Association (APBA)

© 2014 Arrowtown.com. Design with love by feastcreative. Developed by One Fat Sheep.

Where to Stay
Our Town
Visitor Info
Things to Do