If you're looking for things to do in Invercargill then you can't miss Bill Richardson Transport World. With literally hundreds of motor vehicles and petrol pumps on display there is a lot to take in.
Invercargill (Waihōpai) is the regional capital and commercial hub of Southland. Founded in the 1850’s, it is New Zealand’s southernmost city - and one of the southernmost cities in the world. Numerous heritage buildings give the city a charming old-world quality, while the magnificent Queens Park impresses with its sprawling 80 hectares of beautifully kept gardens, wildlife habitats, playgrounds and sports areas.
Fondly dubbed the "City of Water and Light", referring to the long summer daylight hours, frequent appearances of the Aurora Australis (Southern Lights), and the city’s position beside the Waihopai River estuary, Invercargill has plenty of character and a friendly, laid-back atmosphere - except when it comes to celebrating Southland’s obsession with classic motoring!
It all started with local legend, Burt Munro, setting a land speed record in 1967 on his Indian Scout Motorbike. Now recognised as New Zealand’s “Classic Motoring Capital”, the city boasts an impressive vintage truck collection, a world-class motorcycle display and more!.
Wide streets in a gridded layout make it easy to find your way around the city to enjoy the excellent cultural attractions, outstanding nature reserves and parks, and lively cafes, restaurants and bars. There’s something for the whole family in Invercargill!
Invercargill Highlights
Invercargill Highlights
Ascot Park Hotel is a large, popular venue in Invercargill with a vast array of hotel accommodation, facilities and services.
We are a chocolate manufacturer in the heart of Invercargill with a cafe and concept store.
Located in the heart of Invercargill, The Kelvin Hotel offers quality accommodation, consisting of 61 well-appointed rooms.
An 8 lane sports pool, a leisure pool with waves, children's pools, a water slide, a spa pool and sauna– all indoors and with free off-street parking.
Operate bulldozers, excavators, mini excavators and skid steers in a giant gravel pit at New Zealand's first heavy equipment playground.
Manicured grounds, rose gardens, play equipment, picnic areas, and an easy walking track through native bush are some of the highlights of the park.
Housed within Classic Motorcycle Mecca, we serve delicious food and beverages daily amongst quirky, unique, motorcycle related decor.
We are a boutique cafe and Invercargill's only specialty coffee shop.
Cafe and restaurant offering fresh local cuisine masterminded by their team.
