Nelson City Centre
Nelson
Visit Nelson City Centre
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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
From Nelson: Scenic Helicopter Ride and Mountain Picnic
Nelson City Centre Hotel Deals
Quest Nelson
We had an unexpected late check in and early go and couldn’t have been more helpful with everything!
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Spotless room, very nice staff, everything nearby, perfect location for a stay in Nelson!
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Palazzo Motor Lodge
Yes
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Century Park Motor Lodge
Lovely modern, comfortable room! Fabulous owner- went above and beyond to help us. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Bridge Backpackers
Good late checkin
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2025
Chelsea Park Motor Lodge
Spacious and clean room in the lovely town Nelson. The owner was really helpful for us when we were worrying about the ferry and the weather too - we made it across the strait in one piece lol! He was great to interact with and all of the staff were very helpful with recommendations for the area. ...
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
