Hike for free to spectacular views

Queenstown's greatest experiences cost nothing, and they're right on the doorstep. Lace up and tackle the free walking trails that climb above the town for breathtaking panoramas of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables. The Queenstown Hill walk (a couple of hours return) and the Tiki Trail up to Bob's Peak (where the paid gondola also arrives) deliver the same jaw-dropping views the tour operators charge for, entirely free. For the more ambitious, the area is the gateway to some of New Zealand's Great Walks. It's the best of Queenstown at no cost. We'll point you to the best free trails for different fitness levels and the finest viewpoints.