Discover the best top things to do in Cromwell, New Zealand including Heliview Flights, Roaring Wine Tours, Misha's Vineyard Tasting Room, Mt Difficulty Wines Cellar Door, Highlands - Experience the Exceptional, Cromwell Heritage Precinct, Wooing Tree Vineyard.
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5.0 based on 271 reviews
Richard and Jolanda Foale from Heliview Flights invite you to take to the skies over Central Otago, near Queenstown. 5 reasons we make your holiday awesome * Heliview Flights - a family business with the personal touch; we spend more time with you, making your trip special * Cromwell has the best flying weather in New Zealand, with only 400mm of rain per annum! * Dramatic landscapes, majestic vistas or a stunning sunset all from our luxury 7-seater helicopter * Your pilot Richard has extensive experience (over 30 years) including search & rescue, police, corporate and UK Army AirCorps * Experience Cromwell: an authentic, gentler pace, only a 45 minute drive from bustling Queenstown, NZ's adventure capital Blending a luxury helicopter, personalised service, friendly staff and the stunning Central Otago landscape, family-owned Heliview Flights offers a range of scenic helicopter flights and heli-biking trips (guided and self-ride). From their base at Cromwell Racecourse Airfield, flights take in the majestic vista of the surrounding area and Southern Alps. Note: we used to be in New Plymouth, which old reviews reflect, but it's the same people and helicopter as before, so expect the same high standards, combined with new scenery.
5.0 based on 162 reviews
Intimate, small group tours to boutique wineries & vineyards in the Queenstown & Central Otago wine regions. Explore Central Otago on the best boutique wine tour in the region! We travel further, visit more vineyards and taste more wines than any other Central Otago wine tour!
5.0 based on 91 reviews
Misha's Vineyard Tasting Room offers the opportunity to taste and purchase Pinot Noirs and aromatic white wines from this highly regarded Central Otago wine producer (named one of New Zealand's Top 20 Producers by Decanter (UK) magazine.) In a stylish and sophisticated tasting room, visitors are seated at our small tables and are given a tutored tasting where they learn about New Zealand wine, the wine growing region of Central Otago as well as finding out more about the wines and the stories of Misha's Vineyard. Visitors can also enjoy a delicious platter (with several options offered) and glass of wine whilst overlooking the spectacular Lake Dunstan. You might consider joining the Misha's Vineyard Vine Club where members have access to a the exclusive members' tasting room (by appointment).
This was one of the most pleasant vineyard visits we have had. We enjoyed tastings of 5 wines of our choice from the Mischa range. And these were accompanied by a nicely matched, generous and varied platter of nibbles and breads. Suzie was the perfect host - timed each wine delivery perfectly to let us take our time, chat, and relax; explained each wine clearly, and encouraged us to develop our own appreciations of them; nice balance between attentiveness and distance. A real professional who made our visit very enjoyable. Handy hint: we had bought the Bucket List special deal - for tastings, platters, and three bottles of wine. Great deal! and we walked away with even more, and committed to coming back. Enjoy!
4.5 based on 199 reviews
Mt Difficulty Wines is located in beautiful Bannockburn, between the Queenstown Lakes district and Central Otago. Mt Difficulty's Cellar Door and Restaurant sit on a rocky outcrop, high above the winery on Felton Road. It's the perfect spot to experience Mt Difficulty's world-famous hospitality while taking in the breath taking views. Tastings and platter menu 11am - 4pm. A la Carte Menu available 12pm - 3.30pm • Mt Difficulty and Roaring Meg wines available for tasting and purchase • Pinot Noir, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer and Sauvignon Blanc • Domestic and international shipping options available Lunch A la Carte Menu is available 12pm - 3.30pm
Loved the platters and the gorgeous pinot noir by the glass, could have stayed feasting and sipping all afternoon. Lovely view across the valley as well.
4.5 based on 746 reviews
A world-class tourism destination just 45 minutes from Queenstown Airport, Highlands Motorsport and Tourism Park is home to a range of exceptional experiences which are exciting for the whole family. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be looked after by their friendly team – treating you to some authentic kiwi hospitality! Voted the #1 Thing to Do in Cromwell by TripAdvisor, Highlands – Experience the Exceptional is conveniently located along SH 6 in Cromwell in beautiful Central Otago. It’s a must do when you’re exploring the region – ideal for day trips because Highlands really does offer something fun and extraordinary for everyone. So whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, in a group, or with family, Highlands is an NZ must-do for the ride of your lives.
We had an Absolutely Fantastic morning at Highlands. They have amazing friendly staff, awesome go karts and go kart track, a wide variety of cars to view in the museum and lastly a hugely talented pro driver (Andrew) for a fast lap in the taxi. Thanks we loved every minute and look forward to our next visit. Highly recommend visiting, something for everyone, even if your not a car freak.
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.
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
4.5 based on 122 reviews
The Wooing Tree is a local landmark that sits prominently in the middle of our family vineyard. It has long been a place for locals to woo their lovers, and if it could talk, would have many a story to tell! These days it is not quite the private spot it once was...but we still have plenty of visitors proposing marriage and even getting married under our beautiful iconic tree, amidst the vines. Central Otago enjoys a perfect climate for producing beguiling Pinot Noir. Our single vineyard site is located in the very heart of the region, in the town of Cromwell, opposite the 'Big Fruit Sculpture'. Come and visit! You'll discover why we specialise in making Pinot with Passion...
Been a fan of Wooing Tree Blondie for several years since meeting it in Hippopotamus in Wellington. After a very testing trip from Gore/Mataura recently (roads flooded etc) spotted Wooing Tree on entering Cromwell. Next morning, walked down to the Cromwell Chafer Beetle Reserve (you know about the Cromwell Beetle - right?) and then returned, picking up some excellent cherries from a roadside stall by the Polytech orchards. Had a really wonderful tasting, guided by Charlie, and the Blondie was as good as ever. The Pinot gris was a real find, as was the up-market, and, for me, unaffordable, Pinot noir. However, the Beetle Juice was a real surprise as it helps to fund the beetle reserve and there were a couple of beetles to show the connection. Lunch was delightful - a basic platter with a very wide choice of add-ons - the Windsor Blue cheese and roasted cherry chutney was the star combination. Would like to try the gravlax salmon with an ice-cold vodka!
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