Top Things to do in Queenstown
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What to do and see in Queenstown, Tasmania: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Discover the best top things to do in Queenstown, Australia including The Paragon Theatre, Nelson Falls, Eric Thomas Galley Museum, West Coast Wilderness Railway, Horsetail Falls, Spion Kop Lookout.
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1. The Paragon Theatre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
The Paragon Theatre opened on October 28, 1933 to a capacity crowd of 1150. After a chequered history which saw it gutted and repurposed as an indoor cricket stadium in 1985 before closing down for over a decade it then underwent a major restoration in the early 2000's. After being closed again for 3 years we bought the theatre in July 2017 and are continuing the restoration. During the warmer months you can enjoy dinner in the beautiful main hall before relaxing on a leather couch to watch an old classic movie, perhaps with a glass of wine/beer or one of our famous house-made whiskey choc-tops. If you don't have time for dinner and movie you can do a self-guided tour of the theatre, for a small fee, to learn about its history and just enjoy the space. Tours generally available all year round. We also have events throughout the season including musical concerts and plays so we hope you will join us in our quest to make The Paragon Theatre the entertainment hub of Western Tasmania.
Reviewed By brucef531 - Dapto, Australia
This theatre is a "quiet" attraction - low publicity and on a side street but it is a wonderful attraction of Queenstown. The new owners, who also conduct a range of tours in the Gordon River and Queenstown area, have continued the restoration in great style. The theatre area, now used for regular "fine dining with a movie", is a beautiful example of an art-deco theatre, and for just a few dollars visitors are able to enjoy a self-guided tour. Don't forget the old projection room with its arc light projector.
2. Nelson Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By misslivena - Riga, Latvia
A nice walk through the forest. Would even recommend doing it in rain. Relaxing, easy and a very short walk.
3. Eric Thomas Galley Museum
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4.5 based on 98 reviews
Museum in a Pub Heritage listed Imperial Hotel built 1887 of local bricks. 30 themed rooms of historic significance, telling the story survival, endurance and sacrifice, as well as providing a very personal record of the people themselves and their lives.
Reviewed By lady5000 - Sydney, Australia
A good spot to spend an hour or more as there is a lot to see with 20? Rooms of photos and exhibits over 2 floors. Excellent if you are a history buff.
4. West Coast Wilderness Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 237 reviews
Step back in time and history as you board a majestic steam train. Indulge in local produce, watch the modern day workings of the locomotives, stroll through the rainforest, or simply relax and enjoy the motion of the train. The West Coast Wilderness Railway experience has something to offer everyone. With a range of full day and half day steam train experiences and year-round departures from both Queenstown Station and the historic harbourside Regatta Point Station in Strahan, there is a journey to suit everyone. Discover the enchanting Gondwanan rainforest - still home to the ancient Huon pine - from the comfort of your carriage, or the many opportunities to disembark at the outlying stations and explore at your own pace. Book today and let us welcome you onboard.
5. Horsetail Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By 886tobyb
Horsetail Falls is located between Queenstown and Gormanston. The walk up to the viewing platform is nice. However, the secret is to keep going off the walkway on the hidden track to the top of the waterfall.
6. Spion Kop Lookout
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By susanpM2564QI
A great little hike to a central high point in Queenstown. We love visiting the West Coast during Winter as the scenery changes. Nothing beats visits all the walks and hikes on the West Coast during cold or rainy days followed by a hot shower, coffee and a good book looking out at snow capped mountains.
