Alexandra

Alexandra is a town in Central Otago, located at the confluence of the Clutha and Manuherikia Rivers approximately 60 km south-east of Cromwell. It is the main service centre for the Central Otago fruit-growing region.

Alexandra is known for its hot, dry summers and cold winters — one of the most extreme climates in New Zealand. The surrounding area produces apricots, cherries, peaches, and grapes. The town is also a centre for gold mining history.

By Plane

The nearest major airports are Queenstown (ZQN), approximately 100 km west, and Dunedin (DUD), approximately 160 km south-east.

By Car / Road

Alexandra is on State Highway 8, about a 1-hour drive from Cromwell and 1.5 hours from Dunedin. Bus services connect Alexandra to larger centres.

The town is walkable. A car is needed for the wider Central Otago area.

Alexandra Fruit-growing Region — Orchards and vineyards surround the town. The Alexandra Blossom Festival in spring celebrates the region's fruit industry.

Clutha River — New Zealand's largest river by volume, with walking tracks along its banks.

Central Otago Gold Trail — Historic gold mining sites and walks.

Alexandra Clock — A large floral clock on the main street.

Visit orchards and vineyards. Walk the Clutha River trails. Explore the gold mining history. Mountain bike on the Otago Central Rail Trail.

Alexandra has cafes and restaurants. Local produce — particularly stone fruit and wine — is excellent.

Central Otago wine region cellar doors. Cafes serve coffee.

Alexandra has motels and a holiday park.

Alexandra has supermarkets and local shops.

• Cromwell — 60 km west, heritage town
• Clyde — 8 km north, historic town
• Roxburgh — 40 km south, fruit-growing town
• Ranfurly — 60 km north, Maniototo town
• Queenstown — 100 km west, adventure capital