Top of the South
Travel Guide
Visit Top of the South
Where to stay in Top of the South
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.
Waikawa
Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.
Maitai
While visiting Maitai, you might make a stop by sights like Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isel Park and McCashin's Brewery.
Renwick
Wineries, restaurants, and gardens highlight some of the noteworthy features of Renwick. Make a stop by Renwick Museum or Bladen Cellar Door while you're exploring the neighborhood.
The Hotel Nelson
The little kitchen area was nice. We ate dinner at the restaurant on site and it was very good. The little pizza place a block or so away was fantastic. The laundry room was perfect and soap was included. The beds were comfortable and even with open windows it was quiet. The early morning birdsong ...
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Great room
Reviewed on Dec 7, 2025
The Boathouse Lodge
Excellent place to stay
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Quest Nelson
Convient location clean and tidy
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Really comfortable bed, excellent shower and everything needed for a great unexpected stay due to cancelled flight.
Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025
Beaches Nelson
Comfortable
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Popular places to visit
Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.
Picton Harbour
Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.
Ngarua Caves
Explore the great outdoors at Ngarua Caves, a lovely green space in Takaka Hill. Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Cloudy Bay Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savor the wineries.
Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre during your trip to Blenheim.
