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Best Sweet Treats in Queenstown
Queenstown is famous for many things, but did you know it’s also a paradise for sweet lovers? Whether you’re after giant cookies, gourmet chocolates, or classic kiwi lollies, you’ll find it all right here. We’ve rounded up the best sweet treats in Queenstown that you absolutely can’t miss! Here’s our pick of the top spots to satisfy your sugar cravings.
TOP Tip: When you stay with us at Queenstown TOP 10 Holiday Park, you’re only a short drive (or a free shuttle ride!) away from all these delicious destinations. Our free shuttles also mean you don’t have to worry about parking in town!
Cookie Time Cookie Bar
📍 Camp Street, Queenstown
If you’re walking through downtown Queenstown and catch a whiff of fresh-baked goodness, follow your nose straight to Cookie Time Cookie Bar! This iconic spot is heaven for cookie monsters of all ages. Think warm, gooey, oversized cookies served straight from the oven, ice cream cookie sandwiches, giant ‘Freak Shakes’, and even cookie dough you can eat by the spoonful. It’s colourful, fun, and downright delicious!
Patagonia Chocolates
📍 Rees Street, Queenstown (plus Queenstown Airport, Arrowtown, and Wanaka)
For a slightly more refined sugar fix, head to Patagonia Chocolates on the Queenstown waterfront. This locally-loved spot serves up handmade chocolates, award-winning ice creams, and decadent hot chocolates that are perfect for chilly alpine evenings. You can even watch their artisan chocolatiers at work!
Balls & Bangles
📍 Beach Street, Queenstown
Want your treats to be as Instagrammable as they are tasty? Balls & Bangles is your place. Their epic gourmet donuts come loaded with toppings like caramel popcorn, Nutella, lollies, and cookie crumbs. Plus, their shakes are next-level, towering concoctions topped with whole donuts and every sweet topping imaginable.
The Remarkable Sweet Shop
📍 Beach Street, Queenstown (plus Queenstown Airport and Arrowtown)
Step into a world of nostalgia at The Remarkable Sweet Shop, where the shelves are lined with traditional and retro sweets from New Zealand and around the globe. Their handmade fudge is a real highlight, with free samples too! Plus, it’s the perfect spot to grab some souvenirs for the sweet-tooths back home.
Mrs Ferg Gelateria
📍 Shotover Street, Queenstown
Queenstown locals love Mrs Ferg! There are 50 flavours of handmade gelato and refreshing sorbet to choose from. You’ll be like a kid in a candy store! You can even watch their Gelato Chefs at work, all masters at their craft. Whether you’re wandering the lakefront or finishing up a big day of adventures, Mrs Ferg is the perfect stop for a sweet treat!