City: New Zealand
Top Things to do in New Zealand
Top Hotels in New Zealand
- 1. Kamana Lakehouse
- 2. Fable Auckland, MGallery
- 3. Cordis, Auckland by Langham Hospitality Group
- 4. Sudima Christchurch City
- 5. Rydges Wellington Airport
- 6. Aoraki Court Aoraki/Mt Cook Village
- 7. Queenstown Park Boutique Hotel
- 8. Auto Lodge Motor Inn
- 9. Rainforest Retreat
- 10. Sojourn Apartment Hotel
Countries
10 Scenic Drives in New Zealand That You Shouldn't Miss
New Zealand (/njuːˈziːlənd/ ( listen); Māori: Aotearoa [aɔˈtɛaɾɔa]) is an island country in the southwestern Pacific Ocean. The country geographically comprises two main landmasses—the North Island (Te Ika-a-Māui), and the South Island (Te Waipounamu)—and around 600 smaller islands. New Zealand is situated some 1,500 kilometres (900 mi) east of Australia across the Tasman Sea and roughly 1,000 kilometres (600 mi) south of the Pacific island areas of New Caledonia, Fiji, and Tonga. Because of its remoteness, it was one of the last lands to be settled by humans. During its long period of isolation, New Zealand developed a distinct biodiversity of animal, fungal and plant life. The country's varied topography and its sharp mountain peaks, such as the Southern Alps, owe much to the tectonic uplift of land and volcanic eruptions. New Zealand's capital city is Wellington, while its most populous city is Auckland.
Restaurants in New Zealand
1. State Highway 73
2. The Great Coast Road
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By TheBandasaks - Christchurch, New Zealand
Beautiful drive, lots of places to stop and take photos. Long beaches, lovely views, little waterfalls. A very enjoyable drive.
3. Manaia Road Saddle And Lookout
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Glenorchy-Queenstown Road
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1,928 reviews
Reviewed By Vulcan90049 - Nambucca Heads, Australia
Wonderful drive from Queenstown to Glenorchy,, Great road and Fantastic views along the way,,, lovely little town ship. Well worth the trip
5. Old Dunstan Road
6. Queen Charlotte Drive
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By spidernz - Gisborne, New Zealand
Ignore Google Maps if you are travelling from Picton to anywhere west, they take you down to Blenheim for a faster route to Havelock/Nelson etc, but then you'd miss the stunning views this twisty, windy road gives you. You're on holiday - enjoy the journey. One of the best drives in NZ.
7. Twin Coast Discovery Highway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
This driving route takes visitors roundtrip from Auckland through the island's scenic Northland region, offering beautiful views of coastlines and farmland.
8. Pacific Coast Highway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
Traversing North Island's scenic east coast, this route links The Coromandel, Bay of Plenty and Eastland with Auckland and Hawke's Bay in the north and south respectively.
9. State Highway 6
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
This highway takes you on a scenic drive from Nelson to Westport.
Reviewed By d0nald43 - Bures, United Kingdom
Wow what a road. We joined at Greymouth, stayed a few nights in Franz Josef and then continued on the same road to Queenstown. It’s absolutely stunning, beautiful coast, waterfalls, lakes, mountains, glaciers and blue pools. Allow plenty of extra time as you’ll want to stop around every corner! We found the quality of the roads was good and fairly quiet in November. It was one of the highlights from our trip to this amazing country.
10. Crown Range Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 136 reviews
The Crown Range Road is the highest main road in New Zealand and offers amazing views.
Reviewed By ilovefrance12 - Whangarei, New Zealand
A cool experience to drive on New Zealands highest sealed road. Great views along the way, we stopped for sunset near the top viewing area. Highly recommended!
