Top Things to do in Central Otago
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The 5 Best Points of Interest & Landmarks in Central Otago, South Island
Discover the best top things to do in Central Otago, New Zealand including Alexandra Mountain Clock, Historic Mitchells Cottage, Cromwell Heritage Precinct, Ophir Post Office, The Junction Lookout.
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1. Alexandra Mountain Clock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By Rhondyru
A 5 minute drive up the asphalt road to the summit over looking the entire town, basin, Clutha river and surrounding mountains - so easy to get to - can be walked or biked - or driven for all ages and physical abilities - in a bigger town there would be a gondola for access and restuarant at the top- take a picnic, kfc or coffee or just your camera - just make sure you don't leave town without going up there, oh and it's FREE :)
2. Historic Mitchells Cottage
3. Cromwell Heritage Precinct
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 316 reviews
History |Galleries | Cafes | Boutique shops Central Otago's best kept secret - a free visitor attraction that has something for the whole family. When the Clyde dam was completed in 1990, Cromwell's main street disappeared under Lake Dunstan. Some of the historic buildings dating back to the gold rush of the 1860's were saved or lovingly rebuilt on higher ground, creating the Cromwell Heritage Precinct. Step back in time to the gold rush and explore heritage buildings, many with artisan businesses in them, located on the shore of beautiful Lake Dunstan. Open daily.
Reviewed By musketeers123 - Gold Coast, Australia
Visited this area on the day of the markets which was Sunday morning - great stories of history in the different preserved buildings as well as good mix of places to grab a bite to eat - the markets were unique with lots of fresh produce and cakes as well as craft items - a great walk to this area from our accommodation along the lake with lots beautiful houses throughout the neighbourhood as well
4. Ophir Post Office
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By RidgwayPark - Whanganui, New Zealand
The memorabilia here and the super-friendly post-mistress meant we stayed here so much longer than we thought we would need. Don't think twice about stopping in here to have a chat about the way things used to be. Franking our own postcards was fun too!
