Wakatu
Nelson
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.
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.
Things to do
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Nelson: Helicopter Flight with Mountain Landing & Bay Views
Wakatu Hotel Deals
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees
The house is lovely. Well-appointed and comfortable. Great location, easy to get to local amenities and attractions.
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Pinnacle Apartment - Affordable Nelson Apartment with 2 Bedrooms & Views!
My wife and I spent 4 nights here. Views are lovely and very central down the hill. It's in-between Nelson and The Stoke/Richmond area. Quiet.
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2021
The Hotel Nelson
Good facilities and amenities.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Room was large, clean and comfortable. Great view and was quiet. Air con worked great, but also could open windows if needed. Lovely pool area for an inner city hotel. Also great location as close to everything
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Great attention to detail and nicely presented rooms. Friendly and helpful reception. Very nice place to stay.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
The Beachcomber Hotel
Nice tiday , quite and best customer service highly recommend , value for money
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Other neighborhoods 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 Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.
Bishopdale
While there might not be top attractions in Bishopdale, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.
Toi Toi
Toi Toi might not have many top sights, but Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Enner Glynn
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Enner Glynn and surrounding area, you can visit Isel Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.
Moana
While Moana might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
