Port 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.
Nelson Hospital
Though Nelson Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson while you are here.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a trip to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Codgers Mountain Bike Park
Explore the great outdoors at Codgers Mountain Bike Park, 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

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 Port Nelson

Harbourside Lodge
such lovely hosts and a cute and quiet little hotel. We slept with the door open both nights and drove to Milford sound one day. So close to the lake and town. Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025

The Hotel Nelson
Clean, quiet room on the main floor, superb shower. Easy drive to dining and entertainment in central Nelson. Would stay again!
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Staff were very helpful and friendly. Nice big room. Great to have a bath and shower. Good for restaurants, cathedral and central Nelson, thsnkyou
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Tides Hotel
Nice outlook from the room.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

The Beachcomber Hotel
How quiet it was, especially on a Saturday night
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025

Quest Nelson
Had everything you neede. Loved the laundry in the apartment
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Port Nelson

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 Nelson Market.

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.

The Wood
If you're spending some time in The Wood, Trafalgar Park and Founders Heritage Park are top sights worth seeing.

Washington Valley
While there might not be top attractions in Washington Valley, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park.

Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.

Britannia Heights
Britannia Heights might not have many top sights, but Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

