Things To Do at Ayrburn

Ayrburn is a world-class food and wine destination located just outside Queenstown, New Zealand.

With a rich 160-year history, Ayrburn seamlessly blends heritage and innovation, offering an all-in good time, crafted flavours, captivating stories, and unparalleled experiences. From handcrafted wines to diverse venues and beautiful grounds, Ayrburn invites you to uncover the essence of its natural beauty and proud history. Open 7 days, from breakfast to dinner and beyond, Ayrburn ensures there is an experience for everyone. Here we explore the various things to do at Ayrburn.

Visit Our Restaurants & Bars

Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, Ayrburn is a vibrant culinary and social destination, beautifully restoring a historic farm to offer an array of unique restaurants and bars. From the elegant bistro-style dining of the reimagined Woolshed to the lively shared plates and wine flights in the distinctive Manure Room, and the intimate cocktail delights of the Burr Bar, Ayrburn caters to every taste and occasion, promising a memorable experience with exceptional food and drinks in a truly special location. Join us for a coffee or a cocktail, a long lunch or an intimate dinner.

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Our Venues
Timeless fine dining invigorated with characterful maximalism. A culinary celebration in a historic setting.

Go Wine Tasting

Ayrburn wines truly capture the essence of Central Otago, their nuanced flavours a testament to the renowned terroir of our region's finest vineyards. When it comes to experiencing our wines, you've got a few delightful paths to choose from! For a curated journey, join our hosted tastings in the Barrel Room. Here, you'll delve into special single vineyard selections from Gibbston, Bannockburn, and Bendigo, with guided sessions running hourly from 11 am. 

Or, if you prefer a more independent exploration, The Manure Room invites you to embark on a self-guided wine flight – the perfect opportunity to swirl, sniff, sip, and savour at your own pace. And when you find a favourite (or a few!), our Cellar Door and retail spaces in both The Manure Room and R.M Prime Produce are ready to help you select and package them up to enjoy at home.

Attend an Event

Ayrburn truly comes alive, transforming with a vibrant calendar of events centered around the dynamic heart of The Dell. Picture yourself immersed in the festive magic of a Winter Wonderland, or the thrill of celebrating classic and vintage cars at the Ayrburn Classic. For a perfect Friday night escape, unwind at The Barrel Room Jazz Club, where the smooth sounds of live jazz meet exceptional dining and your favourite Ayrburn wines, creating a truly memorable experience.

Stay connected by exploring our event calendar and joining our mailing list.

Explore Our Gardens

Framed by the majestic Southern Alps, wander through our beautifully manicured botanic gardens and established grounds and vineyard.   Discover our idyllic natural waterfall-fed stream, take time to embrace the colours and scents in our flower farm and glasshouses, breath in a moment of reflection alongside our expansive ponds, and relax in the dappled warmth of nature under mature trees. 

Ayrburn is designed and built on the fundamentals of sustainability.  Come and enjoy our repurposed existing heritage buildings that we’ve given a new life to within a setting where nature has been revitalised and nurtured to improve biodiversity and ecology and encourage the return of wildlife.

Cycle To Us

Enjoy our trails on foot, bike or golf buggy. Wander alongside Mill Creek and go trout spotting, enjoy our natural waterfall, cycle through our woodland and native forests, or take in the views of the Remarkables and Lakes Hayes alongside our friendly pet sheep on our higher farm track.

For those who prefer the two-wheeled mode of transport to get here, you’ll find bike parks, charging stations and repair stations.

Spend The Day

Want to spend your day immersed in the unique charm of Ayrburn? Then follow our guide to experiencing a day well spent, where a seamless blend of culinary delights, scenic wanders, and refined relaxation awaits. From breakfast and coffee at The Bakehouse to handcrafted cocktails at The Burr Bar, a day at Ayrburn unfolds as a tapestry of uniquel experiences. Let us show you how to effortlessly explore the beauty and flavour that Ayrburn has to offer.

Explore Our Art & Galleries

Art is more than the setting at Ayrburn
At Ayrburn, we believe in providing a rich tapestry of beauty for all the senses. Let your tastebuds take a break and allow your eyes to take in our extensive and beautifully curated art collection within our venues. Or, whilst enjoying our grounds, meander through our sculptural art pieces that allow a feast for the eyes and continue the Ayrburn story.

Bring The Kids

Ayrburn is the perfect destination for families, not only for the ice cream! Capture the kid’s imagination with our larger than life-sized animal play sculptures, let them get up and close to nature and wildlife, and keep them busy and entertained in our many playgrounds while you relax.