The Queenstown Gardens are near the center of the city, on the shore of Lake Wakatipu. There is much to see and do in the gardens and it is popular with locals and tourists. Statues, benches, rose gardens and water features make a walk in the park a pleasant outing. For those feeling active, there are tennis courts, a bowling green, skating park, disc golf and cycling tracks. Close by there is an ice rink which caters for many sports. Two memorials are situated in the park. Scott's Antarctic endeavors and the first settlers are commemorated. Picnic facilities and a restaurant are options for the hungry and thirsty.