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List of cities and towns in the South Island by population. This is a list of cities and towns in the South Island of New Zealand by the population of their urban area. The populations given in the table below are provisional New Zealand usually resident populations, June 2023 estimates, and refer to the urban area defined under the Statistical ...
- Invercargill
- Cromwell
- Timaru
- Hokitika
- Nelson
- Christchurch
- Arrowtown
- Picton
- Queenstown
- Wānaka
Sitting right at the bottom of the South Island, Invercargill is the gateway to Stewart Island, the Catlins and the southern coast. It’s not the most exciting city in New Zealand, being insulted by everyone from your typical kiwis who hate the cold to Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones. The city centre is nice to walk around (and there’s a new ma...
Famous for stone fruit and its proximity to Queenstown and Wānaka, Cromwellis firmly on the South Island tourist trail. Heaps of people pass through it on the way to or from Mount Cook / Lake Tekapo, but there’s heaps to see in and around town. The historic centre, by the shores of Lake Dunstan, is one of the most atmospheric old quarters in New Ze...
Timaruwas classed as a city until the late 80s, and at around 30,000 people it’s the biggest town on this list. It’s the second largest urban area in Canterbury and is home to one of the island’s most important ports. It has one of the nicest high streets in New Zealand, with rows of old buildings and some nice cafes and shops. Caroline Bay, one of...
There are no cities on the South Island’s West Coast, only three big towns (Hokitika, Greymouth and Westport) and lots of smaller ones. Hokitika wins the battle out of those three for a number of reasons. There’s a beach right in town (good spot for sunset) as well as a nice town centre with galleries and places to eat (slightly better than Greymou...
At over 50,000 inhabitants, Nelsonis by far the biggest settlement at the top of the South Island. It’s perfectly positioned within an hour or two drive of some top nature spots, including Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Lakes National Park and the Marlborough Sounds. The city itself is good for some downtime between outdoor adventures. You’ll fi...
With a population of just under 400,000, Christchurchis the South Island’s biggest metropolis. You’ll likely fly in or out of Christchurch (or at least drive through) and it makes for a good place to get your bearings before heading out into the wilds of the South Island. The city centre sits around the banks of the Avon River, which you can walk o...
Arrowtown is a short drive from Queenstown and sees lots of day tripping tourists. They’re drawn in by the cute old buildings of the main street, Lake Hayes, the Arrow River (especially in autumn) and the old historic Chinese village. It’s also home to some great restaurants as well as one of New Zealand’s top resorts (Millbrook). Arrowtown is one ...
This mid-sized town in the Marlborough Sounds is the first stop you’ll make in the South Island if you’re travelling by ferry from Wellington. Cruising through Queen Charlotte Sound makes for an impressive entrance to the island, and if you stick around in Picton a while you’ll find some excellent walks (especially the Tirohanga Track) and a cute t...
Towns and cities in the South Island don’t get any more scenic than Queenstown. This rapidly growing town will one day be a city — it already feels like it at times! There are heaps of fun things to do in Queenstown, especially if you’re into the outdoors. Short walks, day hikes, multi-day treks, skiing, mountain biking and adventure sports for act...
Wānakais a similar mountain resort town to Queenstown only smaller. It still feels like a bustling city at times but mostly it’s a relaxing place to be. The beach is the most popular spot to hang out at in town — the perfect spot to bring some takeaways. Wānaka is one of the best spots in New Zealand for hiking (Roys Peak, Isthmus Peak, Rocky Mount...
List of cities and towns in the South Island - Wikipedia. This is a list of cities and towns in the South Island of New Zealand: Contents: Top. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z. Akaroa. Albert Town. Albury. Alexandra. Amberley. Anakiwa. Appleby. Arthur's Pass. Arrowtown. Ashburton.
- Auckland (1.7 Million People) – The Biggest City in New Zealand. First on our list of New Zealand cities is Auckland. It’s no secret that Auckland is New Zealand’s largest city in both population and landmass.
- Wellington (542,000 People) Surprisingly, New Zealand’s capital city is not its largest, but it has been dubbed the world’s “coolest little capital”.
- Christchurch (396,200 People) The third New Zealand city on this list is Christchurch. The South Island‘s largest city is not only teaming with work opportunities for backpackers, but the artwork, views from the Port Hills, and surf beaches entice many to explore.
- Hamilton (185,300 People) Situated on the banks of the mighty Waikato River, Hamilton is the centre of the Waikato region. The Hamilton Gardens and its nightlife are a drawcard, but the city makes a good hub for visiting the likes of Raglan, Hobbiton and Waitomo.
Christchurch ( / ˈkraɪstʃɜːrtʃ / ⓘ; Māori: Ōtautahi) is the largest city in the South Island and the second-largest city by urban area population in New Zealand, after Auckland. [a] Christchurch lies in the Canterbury Region, near the centre of the east coast of the South Island, east of the Canterbury Plains.
Feb 1, 2023 · Table of contents. The Largest Cities in New Zealand. 1. Auckland, North Island (∼1,652,000) – The Biggest City in New Zealand. 2. Wellington, North Island (∼434,900) 3. Christchurch, South Island (∼389,300) 4. Hamilton, North Island (∼179,900) 5. Tauranga, North Island (∼158,300) 6. Napier-Hastings, North Island (∼157,400) 7.
Christchurch - Christchurch City is the largest city in the South Island of New Zealand. The city has a population of about 380,000 and is known as the "Garden City" The city suffered greatly with several large earthquakes in 2011 - 2012, and is still in the process of rebuilding its city center.
