Kingston
New Zealand · OtagoNZ
Rural settlement in Otago, New Zealand
Kingston is a small town at the southernmost end of Lake Wakatipu, just north of the border of Otago and Southland, in New Zealand's South Island. It is 47 kilometres south of Queenstown by a road, "The Devil's Staircase", which winds between the lake to the west and The Remarkables mountains to the east. It is 70 kilometres north of Lumsden, and close to the headwaters of the Mataura River.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 360
- Coordinates
- -45.333, 168.715
- Timezone
- Pacific/Auckland
Overview of Kingston
Travellers heading to Otago, New Zealand will find Kingston, a village. Its resident count stands at approximately 360. And it shows in how much there is to see. What stands out most: adventure and nature. Seasons here follow the southern hemisphere.
Things to do in Kingston
Adventure in Kingston
(1)Our data lists Treasure Hunts as adventure options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kingston.
Nature in Kingston
(1)Kingston's nature entries include Lakes. It is a direct read of Kingston's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Getting there & around
Kingston rewards a slow approach — a hub in Otago, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Pacific/Auckland on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Kingston that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kingston known for?
- Travellers associate Kingston with adventure and nature. It sits in Otago, New Zealand and counts about 360 residents.
- What can you do in Kingston?
- Kingston is tagged with Treasure Hunts and Lakes, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- Where is Kingston located?
- Kingston belongs to Otago, New Zealand, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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