10 TOP Things to Do in Southland (2026 Activity Guide)

Milford Sound which includes a lake or waterhole, mountains and a sunset

Mitre Peak showing a bay or harbour, a sunset and mountains

Milford Sound which includes a river or creek and mountains

Milford Sound which includes forests and a sunset

Lake Te Anau which includes aircraft and a lake or waterhole

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rakiura National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rakiura National Park, a lovely green space in Stewart Island / Rakiura.

Southland Hospital

If Southland Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Invercargill.

Areas of Southland

Heidelberg

Heidelberg is well liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Bill Richardson Transport World and Stadium Southland if you have time to explore the area.

Invercargill City Centre

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Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Toetoes Bay while you're exploring the area.

Taramea Bay

If you're spending some time in Taramea Bay, you might consider exploring the beaches.

East Gore

East Gore might not have many top sights, but Fly Fish Mataura and Gore Historical Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Newfield

Travellers like the parks in Newfield, and Dig This Invercargill is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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 Civic Theatre or Bill Richardson Transport World.

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