Wakatu
Nelson
Popular places to visit
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars in Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
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.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Founders Heritage Park during your visit to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Things to do
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
From Nelson: Scenic Helicopter Ride and Mountain Picnic
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Nelson: Helicopter Flight with Mountain Landing & Bay Views
Kiwi Spirit Distillery Golden Bay - Visit New Zealand's only Tequila Farm!
Wakatu Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
I always stay here when I come to Nelson. Great location for me and rooms are clean and comfy. Staff could d o with some training in friendliness….a smile costs nothing!
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Tides Hotel
Nice hotel, but noisy rooms.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
As always I enjoyed my stay here and the staff were alll very welcoming and helpful. My room was clean and modern and well maintained.
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park
Good parking, great room
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
Very nice, on the beach. Very walkable.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Clean
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
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 Club.
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 World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Isel Park.
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.
