About Queenstown, New Zealand Queenstown, New Zealand is located in the southern lakes region of the South Island, New Zealand. It surrounded by incredible mountains, and situated on the cdge of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu. Queenstown is New Zealand's leading visitor destination. The region is renowned for its four distinct seasons, spectacular scenery and world class activities and attractions. There are many reasons that a lot of tourists visit the Queenstown region at any time of year.