Title: Things to Do in Arthur's Pass in 2026 | Expedia.com [Hotels in Arthur's Pass](https://expedia.com/Arthurs-Pass-Hotels.d6055861.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Arthur's Pass](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Arthurs-Pass.d6055861.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Arthur's Pass](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Arthurs-Pass.d6055861.Car-Rental-Guide)[Arthur's Pass Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Arthurs-Pass.d6055861.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Arthur's Pass ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Arthur's Pass Types of activities [Arthur's Pass Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Arthurs-Pass.dx6055861) ![Arthur's Pass is one of the few roads connecting the East and West sides of New Zealand's South Island. The road winds it way through a mountain pass with beautiful and dramatic scenery. The area is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, or spotting waterfalls and the Kea (=alpine parrots).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055861/4512f569-4402-47e2-964f-94d9a16a5cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arthur's Pass is one of the few roads connecting the East and West sides of New Zealand's South Island. The road winds it way through a mountain pass with beautiful and dramatic scenery. The area is great for outdoor activities such as hiking, or spotting waterfalls and the Kea (=alpine parrots).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055861/4512f569-4402-47e2-964f-94d9a16a5cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Arthur’s Pass, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055861/9e069063-981c-47c2-b04a-c1ba7ca349cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![During my travels by bicycle in New Zealand, I treated myself to the Tranz Alpine which goes from the west to the east coast of the South Island, or the other way around. This was taken from the train. The yellow flowers called broom (cytisus scoparius) aren't really flowers although beautiful, they are considered a weed and a threat to the native flora and fauna. I also rode in the Coastal Pacific train which borders the eastern coast of the island finishing in the port town of Picton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055861/b0a71f3a-aad2-48ad-b9f0-58e3961d5bbd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![As you come out the West Coast side of Arthur's Pass the view of the mountains is spectacular. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055861/1eb6b49d-89aa-44bc-9e72-1d760c641ce9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Arthur's Pass Attractions It's not difficult to find fun things to see and do in Arthur's Pass. Delve into some local history and check out the top tourist attractions in this charming city. Organize your travel schedule now so you're raring to go once you arrive. 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6055861) ## Recommended things to do in Arthur's Pass | Number of things to do | 13 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Christchurch to Greymouth One Way Small Group Tour](/things-to-do/christchurch-to-greymouth-one-way-small-group-tour.a51654093.activity-details): $95 | | Top 5 things to do | [TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip](/things-to-do/tranzalpine-train-arthurs-pass-and-castle-hill-day-trip.a46756606.activity-details)[Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill](/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-day-tour-from-christchurch-via-castle-hill.a46895885.activity-details)[Arthur's Pass Full-Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train and Lunch](/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-full-day-tour-with-jet-boat-farm-visit-via-tranzalpine.a182709.activity-details)[Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Day Tour: TranzAlpine Train & Lunch](/things-to-do/full-day-arthurs-pass-tour-with-tranzalpine-train-in-new-zealand.a46884182.activity-details)[Christchurch to Greymouth One Way Small Group Tour](/things-to-do/christchurch-to-greymouth-one-way-small-group-tour.a51654093.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip](/things-to-do/tranzalpine-train-arthurs-pass-and-castle-hill-day-trip.a46756606.activity-details)[Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill](/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-day-tour-from-christchurch-via-castle-hill.a46895885.activity-details)[Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Day Tour: TranzAlpine Train & Lunch](/things-to-do/full-day-arthurs-pass-tour-with-tranzalpine-train-in-new-zealand.a46884182.activity-details)[Christchurch to Greymouth One Way Small Group Tour](/things-to-do/christchurch-to-greymouth-one-way-small-group-tour.a51654093.activity-details)[Christchurch to Franz Josef 1-Way Small Group Tour via Hokitika](/things-to-do/christchurch-to-franz-josef-via-hokitika-1-way-small-group-tour.a48814355.activity-details) | ## What to do in Arthur's Pass - With kids ### Things to Do in Arthur's Pass with Kids You'll find loads of fun things to do with the kids in and near Arthur's Pass. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Arthur's Pass ![Limestone Emergence](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6196337/586ce8e1-abaf-44fb-b151-4bc5543716cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Castle Hill ![The views driving through Arthur's Pass are beautiful and the color and smell of the flowering lupines are amazing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055861/45e85875-6e9b-43da-87ee-143ae6cf3076.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bealey ![Misty lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/692482261657255936/9bf284a6-a12e-49cf-be23-8b9329b53cb8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lake Pearson ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Arthur's Pass worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Arthur's Pass? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Arthur's Pass? ### Is three days enough to stay in Arthur's Pass? ### What are some activities to do in Arthur's Pass with kids? > - [TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/tranzalpine-train-arthurs-pass-and-castle-hill-day-trip.a46756606.activity-details) > - [Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/arthurs-pass-day-tour-from-christchurch-via-castle-hill.a46895885.activity-details) > - [Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Day Tour: TranzAlpine Train & Lunch](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-arthurs-pass-tour-with-tranzalpine-train-in-new-zealand.a46884182.activity-details) > - [Christchurch to Greymouth One Way Small Group Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/christchurch-to-greymouth-one-way-small-group-tour.a51654093.activity-details) > - [Christchurch to Franz Josef 1-Way Small Group Tour via Hokitika](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/christchurch-to-franz-josef-via-hokitika-1-way-small-group-tour.a48814355.activity-details) ### What to do in Arthur's Pass for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Arthur's Pass? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - [Cabin Rentals in Lees Valley ](https://www.expedia.com/Lees-Valley-Cabins.d692483681113538560-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [B&B in Virginia ](https://www.expedia.com/Virginia-Bed-And-Breakfast.d692485374968528896-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Lake Sumner National Park Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Lake-Sumner-National-Park-Hotels.d692486355647041536.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Virginia Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Virginia-Hotels.d692485374968528896.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Lees Valley Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Lees-Valley-Hotels.d692483681113538560.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [3 Star Hotels in Lees Valley ](https://www.expedia.com/3Star-Lees-Valley-Hotels.s30-0-d692483681113538560.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Flights to Virginia ](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Virginia.d692485374968528896.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Flights from Virginia ](https://www.expedia.com/lp/flights/692485374968528896/flights-from-virginia) - [Visit Lees Valley ](https://www.expedia.com/Lees-Valley.dx692483681113538560) - [Car rentals near Virginia ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Virginia.d692485374968528896.Car-Rental-Guide) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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