Nelson Airport
Nelson
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Popular places to visit
Christ Church Cathedral
After visiting Christ Church Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Founders Heritage Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson Hospital
If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.
Nelson Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nelson Market during your stay in Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.
Queens Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Things to do
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
From Nelson: Scenic Helicopter Ride and Mountain Picnic
From Nelson: Helicopter Ride to Golden Bay Tequila Farm
Nelson: Helicopter Flight with Mountain Landing & Bay Views
Top hotels in Nelson Airport
The Hotel Nelson
Nice place to stay. Great location, easy walk into the central city shopping/dining area.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Very nice hotel and room. Friendly & helpful staff. Location is within a 5 minute walk to several restaurants and stores, 5-10 minute walk to large grocery store, and 10-15 minute walk to main bus depot. Overall, a very good stay!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Tides Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
How quiet it was, especially on a Saturday night
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Quest Nelson
Had everything you neede. Loved the laundry in the apartment
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Impeccably clean and lovely rooms. Great location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nelson Airport
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Tahunanui Beach Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Moana
Though Moana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
