Nelson City Centre
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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 search for that perfect souvenir at Nelson Market during your trip to Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.
Nelson Provincial Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Nelson Provincial Museum during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
The Suter
You can spend an afternoon studying 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
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
From Nelson: Scenic Helicopter Ride and Mountain Picnic
Top hotels in Nelson City Centre
Quest Nelson
Excellent, friendly staff. Clean room!
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Spotless rooms quietness and friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
Century Park Motor Lodge
Full équipes and very clean
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Friendly host, lovely clean room
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Very clean,spacious,newly painted…very well equipped
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Bridge Backpackers
I arrived before 3.00pm got the key from the safety box and waited in the lounge till 3.00. The room wasn’t cleaned at all and the old bed clothes still there. I rand the phone number for the night manager (the only number inside in the hostel) he came and was complaining that I rang before his shift ...
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Nelson City Centre
The Wood
If you're spending some time in The Wood, Founders Heritage Park and Trafalgar Park are top sights worth seeing.
Beachville
While Beachville might 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 Queens Gardens.
Washington Valley
While there might not be top attractions in Washington Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places 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 might 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
When in Port Nelson, you can plan a visit to Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
