Wakatu
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
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.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a visit to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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 Hospital
If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.
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
Top hotels in Wakatu
The Hotel Nelson
Great staff , clean room and good location
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
Yes everything was great
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Quest Nelson
It was so handy to have access to a washer and dryer. Plus, we were upgraded to their biggest apartment. Reception was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Clean, neat
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Tides Hotel
Staff were helpful,room was clean walking distance to all amenities
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Comfortable bed / handy location
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
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.
Bishopdale
While Bishopdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.
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.
Enner Glynn
Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Tahunanui Beach Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
