Arrow River, Queenstown: Address, Arrow River Reviews: 4.5/5
Arrow River
Arrow River
4.5
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The discovery of gold in this river led to the settlement of thousands along its banks.
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Restaurants
29 within 5 kms
La Rumbla
717
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Mediterranean • European • Spanish
Slow Cuts
396
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • Fusion • Healthy
The Chop Shop Food Merchants
799
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • New Zealand • Vegetarian Friendly
Aosta
108
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Italian • Northern-Italian • Vegetarian Friendly
The Fork and Tap
1,009
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • Bar • European • Pub
Provisions of Arrowtown Cafe
519
0.4 km$$ - $$$ • Cafe • Healthy • New Zealand
Postmasters
948
0.3 km$$ - $$$ • International • New Zealand • Vegetarian Friendly
Arrowtown Bakery & Cafe
790
0.2 km$ • Bakeries • Cafe • New Zealand
Mantra Restaurant
378
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Indian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Fan - Tan
153
0.2 km$$ - $$$ • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Attractions
18 within 10 kms
Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
676
0.2 kmHistoric Sites • Historic Walking Areas
Lakes District Museum & Art Gallery
441
0.2 kmArt Galleries • History Museums
Arrowtown Village
1,634
0.2 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Big Hill Trail
2
0.1 kmHiking Trails
The Old Smithy
2
0.2 kmArt Galleries
Southern Explorer 4WD Scenic Tours - Private Day Tours
35
0.4 kmOff-Road & ATV Trails
Tobins Track
82
0.8 kmHiking Trails
Arrowtown Curios
0.2 kmAntique Shops
Rosie Flowers
0.2 kmArt Galleries
Crown Range Road
137
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KrittyG
Chester, UK10 contributions
Dec 2021
Beautiful little township and a must visit on your trip. A number of walks to do nearby for either the easy or hardened walker. Some beautiful eateries to cater for everyone and generally a lovely place to go, such a nice vibe!
Written 9 January 2022
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AskDrN
Ahipara, New Zealand155 contributions
Apr 2021
Easily walkable trails, the river is peaceful with gorgeous views. We had fun doing an little gold panning.
Written 7 June 2021
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Naina-Damani
London, UK1,032 contributions
Mar 2020
We were driven pass the Arrow River in a group with AATKings. It is a small icy cold river surrounded by native forests.
Written 3 February 2021
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Brynkoru
Blenheim, New Zealand210 contributions
Nov 2020
We hired bikes and did the Arrow River track - visited some of the wineries on route as well as the famous Bungy Jump Bridge - Will be happy share with friends next time.
Written 24 November 2020
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roaming_kiwi58
Christchurch, New Zealand2,686 contributions
Jun 2020
We always walk along the Arrow River for a bit when we visit Arrowtown. There are a variety of walks to choose from - long and short, whatever you fancy. It is very picturesque, particularly in autumn. There are signboards down by the river behind the Arrowtown village explaining the walk options, or you can more detailed info from the museum in the main street.
Written 28 June 2020
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Kathy
573 contributions
Jan 2020
We followed the Arrow River from Arrowtown to the Kawarau (Bungy) Bridge on the Arrow River Bridges Cycle Trail. It is a wild river with virtually no development except for the cool suspension bridges enroute. The scenery is gorgeous and the trail is easy. Highly recommended!
Written 28 April 2020
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Bobby
Seattle, WA8 contributions
Sep 2019
Arrowtown is amazing. We grabbed some incredible lamb for dinner, walked into the little shops, and even panned for gold in the river...with our hands.
Written 17 March 2020
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Seemagoves
Pune, India842 contributions
Jan 2020
It was a most unexpected day. We took a offroading 4WD and she drove us across the river . At some places it dd get scary. The agency was good as the first vehicle did not seem to be taking us anywhere and so she called for another vehicle and in 10 minutes we had help and a good vehicle at our disposal. This is a must do activity.
We also did some gold panning. Ofcourse did not find any nuggets ! but did find some gold dust.
We also did some gold panning. Ofcourse did not find any nuggets ! but did find some gold dust.
Written 22 January 2020
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TriggerRosie
Christchurch, New Zealand145 contributions
Jan 2020
Arrowtown is a quait wee place to visit.
Lovely boutique shopping and delious restaurants to dine at.
Fantastic outdoor seating every where.
A must do place to see,
Lovely boutique shopping and delious restaurants to dine at.
Fantastic outdoor seating every where.
A must do place to see,
Written 19 January 2020
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Shanth148
Pune District, India166 contributions
Nov 2019
When we went to Arrow town, we not only saw Buckingham street and the old post office, and the Chinese gold panning area, we also saw the Arrow River which was in the 1850's and later a place for panning gold, from its waters. This river gave a whole generation of "Panners" a livelihood, which brought them here, from places like Australia and the surrounding areas.
On Buckingham street we actually saw some gold nuggets in the Gold shop, which had been found in the river.
Really felt we were part of the Arrow river history!
On Buckingham street we actually saw some gold nuggets in the Gold shop, which had been found in the river.
Really felt we were part of the Arrow river history!
Written 8 January 2020
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gjbeyer
Nambour, Australia1 contribution
I spend a couple of hours panning in the Arrow river. I was bitten by lots of a particular insect and I am still itching after a week. They are black and about 3mm long. Can anyone tell me what they are called, please. What can I use to take the itching and little lumps away. Thanks.
Your skin must be removed. Visit Dr Ramsay Bolton ASAP
mariecalbert
Gold Coast, Australia
Is there public transport to Arrowtown from Queenstown in NZ
JuliaMilley
Queenstown, New Zealand120 contributions
Connectabus travels between Arrowtown and Queenstown. Bus timetable should be on-line :)
Ric G
Picton3 contributions
Is there any trout fishing in the Arrow river
TheMerryDrinker
Mijdrecht, The Netherlands2,128 contributions
Yes, that’s possible. A sign states: max. one fish a day per person.
Ric G
Picton3 contributions
Is there any tout fishing on the Arrow river. If so what time of year?
OVERSZ
South Island, New Zealand1,100 contributions
There are Trout but it may not be a good fishing experience. This is a popular 4WD track up to the historical Macetown. There are often 4WD's crossing the river and with more than 20 crossings undisturbed water might be hard to find
