With its rich heritage and vibrant central business district, Invercargill’s more than just the region’s commercial hub and tourist service centre.
The City of Water and Light buzzes with the prosperity of a thriving economy, the vivacity of student life and a history that marries the strong Maori and Celtic influence that pioneered the province.
Thirty kilometres south, nestled above Foveaux Strait, is the port town, Bluff, home of the iconic Bluff Oyster and a series of short coastal and bush walks.

Within a two-hour radius of Invercargill lie a wealth of internationally-acclaimed experiences, making the city the ideal base for those taking day trips. Banks, post offices, supermarkets, gyms, Internet and library facilities are all centrally located, within a short walk of each other.

The city has an open feel, a tribute to the forefathers’ legacy of wide, flowing streets - the cornerstone of Invercargill’s unhurried character.

Looking for activities and things to do in Invercargill? Check out our free, two hour and half day activities list here.