Nelson City Centre
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.
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.
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.
Nelson Provincial Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Nelson Provincial Museum in Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
The Suter
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at The Suter during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
After visiting Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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 City Centre
Quest Nelson
Very efficient toilets. Staff however could have helped us with our bags into the storage cupboard
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Me parece que es el mejor hotel de la ciudad. En el lobby hay un mercedes benz de colección de 1964 que es una joya y viste bien al lugar. Las habitaciones están bien, pero si sugiero hacer compras de colchones más modernos. La ubicación del hotel es muy buena también. El personal muy amable en todo ...
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Century Park Motor Lodge
Full équipes and very clean
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Wonderful owners. Great rooms. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Very clean,spacious,newly painted…very well equipped
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Bridge Backpackers
Good late checkin
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Nelson City Centre
The Wood
While visiting The Wood, you might make a stop by sights like Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park.
Beachville
Though Beachville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Queens Gardens.
Washington Valley
Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Victory Square.
Nelson South
Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Victory Square or Fairfield Park while you're exploring the area.
Stepneyville
While Stepneyville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
Port Nelson
While Port Nelson may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
