Top Things to do in Blenheim
Top Restaurants in Blenheim
- 1. Brancott Estate Cellar Door and Restaurant
- 2. Highfield TerraVin Cellar door and Vineyard Restaurant
- 3. Twelve Trees
- 4. Scotch Wine Bar & Wine Shop
- 5. Wairau River Wines Restaurant
- 6. Watery Mouth Cafe
- 7. Rock Ferry Cellar Door & Cafe
- 8. Dodson Street Beer Garden
- 9. Gramado's
- 10. Saint Clair Vineyard Kitchen
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Blenheim, South Island
Sample the beloved vintages of the Marlborough Wine Region in Blenheim, an agricultural town in the heart of New Zealand’s renowned wine hub. More than 20 wineries are just a hop, skip and a corkscrew away from Blenheim, where a stream of cafes and restaurants serve up tasty, artisan fare. One of the sunniest towns in New Zealand, Blenheim is the perfect destination for foodies and wine lovers who love to soak up the sun while sipping the fruits of a vineyard’s labor.
Restaurants in Blenheim
1. Upton Oaks Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
PLEASE CONTACT US TO ARRANGE A TIME FOR YOUR VISIT AS THIS IS A PRIVATE GARDEN. Nestled in grape country, hidden behind high hedges, lies the private but nationally acclaimed garden of Upton Oaks. Surrounding the 1911 Victorian homestead are gardens that have been recognised as a 'Garden of National Significance' as awarded by the NZ Gardens Trust. The colourful gardens comprise of intimate garden rooms contained within a formal framework of hedges and brick walls. The much photographed 17th century style Knot Garden is a favourite for visitors. Relax on a park bench where you can take in views of the herbaceous borders and pond. A small rustic olive grove with a winding path, leads to large raised vegetable beds and espaliered fruit trees. The blue and white gardens surrounding a French iron gazebo compliment our historic guest house, Laurella cottage at the rear of the property which is available to book for accommdation. Upton Oaks Garden has graced the pages of numerous magazines plus television screens and is visited by many national and international groups each year.
Reviewed By DEBTHEBEE
Have been here twice now, many years apart and it is an absolutely wonderful garden. I would recommend it to anyone who is into gardening to visit.
2. Wither Hills Mountainbike Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 741sarahb741 - Tauranga, New Zealand
As far as walks go they really don’t get much better than this. We absolutely loved the walk up to Mt Vernon lookout which took about 1.5 hours (including stopping at top and a couple of breathers on way up) - total distance about 6.5kms. Parked at base and the scenery of surrounding hills, tussocks, kowhai and cabbage trees as we walked was outstanding. Not one piece of litter and evidence suggests a well respected walk which is extremely well cared for. Path is super easy and very safe so even if you’re not the fittest person in the world give it a go you’ll thank yourself for it - a must do in Blenheim
3. Kohe Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
4. Pollard Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 250 reviews
Reviewed By Rainy0 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
We spent an hour or so here on a stunning day having a wander around looking at all the plants. Very well maintained with lots of things to see. Loved the stream running thru.
5. Seymour Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By Naina-Damani - London, United Kingdom
Seymour Square is a park in central Blenheim just near our hotel Chateau Marlborough. Beautiful fountain which changed colour with flower beds for perfect photography.
6. Waikakaho/Cullen Creek Walkway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5 reviews
7. Molesworth Station
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By markshepherd2014
I have completed possibly 30 trips that I have photos off, but probably more that than that, as I'm sure I've done trips but not taken photos. I've done trips as part of my job, trips with family, trips on my own, trips with mates, trips with 4WD clubs. Most would be over nighters where we have camped in DOC camps grounds or in DOC huts. I never get tired of the views, the sheer size of the place, the very different "moods". The outstanding beauty is just overwhelming, and photos of the same scene can be vastly different from 1 trip to the next. Every New Zealander should drive through the Molesworth at least once in their lifetime. Thanks to the Molesworth Staff, and thanks to the awesome DOC people that make this awesome piece of kiwianna available to us.
