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SIXT Car Rental in Queenstown

In a SIXT premium rental car in Queenstown, you can explore this city on Lake Wakatipu in style and freedom. Choose from zippy sedans to rugged SUVs, with choices ranging from compact to luxurious. Whether you want to go wine tasting, head into the Southern Alps for extreme adventures, or anything in between, SIXT can help you find your ideal rental vehicle.

For seamless travel on the South Island, step off your plane and into your premium rental car at our SIXT Queenstown Airport (ZQN) branch.

Driving Tips for Queenstown

These helpful tips navigating your car rental in Queenstown can make driving in New Zealand feel like second nature:

  • Driving is on the left: When you rent a car in Queenstown, you will be driving on the left side of the road—the opposite of how it is in the US. Take your time when you pick up your rental vehicle—allow yourself time to adjust.
  • Include extra drive time: Many roads outside of Queenstown tend to be hilly, narrow, and twisty, taking longer to navigate than you may expect, so plan your drive time accordingly.
  • Yellow line—don’t pass: Most roads in and around Queenstown have a white line down the middle of the road, and you can pass other cars when this line is present. However, if the line is yellow, you cannot pass other cars because it has been deemed too dangerous on that section of road. Think of it like a double-yellow.
  • Speed limits: The maximum speed limit on any city road in New Zealand, including Queenstown, is 50 km/h (31 mph). The maximum limit on any open road is 100 km/h (62 mph).

Best places to visit in and around Queenstown

A SIXT car rental in Queenstown will give you the freedom to set your own schedule as you visit some popular attractions:

  • Skyline Queenstown: Take a gondola from city center up to Bob’s Peak where you can enjoy eagle-eye views, hiking, and dining, before you take a luge back down. The parking garage at the bottom is behind the gondola station.
  • Lakes District Museum & Gallery: Visit this museum that displays art and highlights the history of New Zealand gold mining. Street parking is available and plentiful.
  • Kawarau Falls Scenic Reserve: You can hike, meander, picnic, and more in this park next to the Kawarau River. The parking lot is at 9 Robertson Street.

Customer reviews & feedback

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What our customers are saying

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*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Queenstown. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Queenstown

What's the minimum age to rent a car in Queenstown?
To rent a car with SIXT in Queenstown you need to be at least 21 with a valid license. Some car categories have a higher minimum rental age, and an underage driver fee may apply. These rules vary from country to country, so please check our rental information for more detailed information before you book.
Can I modify, extend, or cancel my reservation?
You can modify, extend, or cancel your reservation in Queenstown through your manage booking section or through the app.
Can I choose a different drop-off location in Queenstown?
It is possible to rent a car one way between stations for pick-ups in Queenstown. A fee may apply.
You will need a full, valid driver's license along with a passport or identity card when picking up your car. More detailed information can be found in our rental information. These rules vary from country to country so please always check local regulations before making your travel arrangements.

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