Top Things to do in Nelson
The 10 Best Things to do for Honeymoon in Nelson, South Island
Nelson’s thriving arts and music scene has helped to establish it as a destination for free spirits and art-lovers. Festivals, studios, galleries, craft markets… Every cranny of this South Island city seems to buzz with artistic energy. Lord of the Rings fans will flip for the Jens Hansen workshop in Trafalgar Square—Hansen is the goldsmith who designed the “precious” guarded by Frodo in the LOTR films.
Restaurants in Nelson
1. Bay Tours Nelson
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5.0 based on 328 reviews
Kia Ora / Hi, Experience all the flavours of Nelson. Enjoy wine, art,scenic, golf and Maori tours with the enthusiastic and experienced Bay Tours Nelson team. Let us give you the 'Perfect day out!'
2. Gourmet Sailing
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5.0 based on 64 reviews
We offer private yacht charters around the stunning Abel Tasman National Park in the South Island of New Zealand, with comfortable on-board accommodation for overnight trips. Experience unparalleled service and exceptional cuisine.
3. Helicopters Nelson New Zealand
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5.0 based on 65 reviews
We specialise in creating luxury, tailored and unique helicopter tours in and around the top of New Zealand's South Island. We offer helicopter charter services and customised tours to some of the country’s most stunning remote locations – there is no better view of New Zealand than from the skies. Whether you’re looking for a corporate event, an active adventure or a romantic escape – anything is possible with Helicopters Nelson. Your comfort and safety are paramount to us. Our professional pilots have a wealth of experience and local knowledge. We primarily fly from our base at Nelson Airport but often fly in and out of lodges, venues or private properties nation wide. Established over 30 years ago, Helicopters Nelson has evolved into a well-known and respected aviation company. Helicopters Nelson is now owned and operated by the Darling family, a passionate aviation family with over thirty years experience.
4. Erban Spa Nelson
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5.0 based on 45 reviews
A boutique styled day spa, devoted to wellbeing and conveniently located within walking distance of the city center. We offer a range of beauty treatments and services to suit your beauty needs in a modern and serene environment.
5. Cable Bay Adventure Park
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4.5 based on 387 reviews
Cable Bay Adventure Park. Only 15 minutes from central Nelson and home to the amazing Skywire Experience - the worlds longest flying fox; guided Quad bike tours, Horse treks, ride in the amphibious Argo or challenge your friends to a game of Paintball. Licensed Cafe onsite. MTB and E-Bikes available to hire, developing range of trails and access to the property for walking and biking free of charge (with signed waiver). Open 7 days, see website for booking times (closed Christmas Day only)
6. Nelson Saturday Market
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4.5 based on 348 reviews
The Nelson Market is famous for its longevity and high quality of its stalls. For almost 40 years, market owner Nita Knight has worked hard to create a showcase of the best that the Nelson region has to offer in arts, crafts and produce. The market is enhanced these days with a wide variety of food carts, making it a wonderful place to meet friends and share brunch or lunch while checking out the array of goods on offer at this truly iconic market.
Reviewed By KiwiMilly - Christchurch, New Zealand
Really cool! Great diverse range of stalls. Lots of local food and crafts. Good way to spend a Saturday morning. Heads up to some great strawberries from Blenheim we bought there, delicious!!
7. Centre of New Zealand
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4.5 based on 864 reviews
Reviewed By themilkybarkid - Wellington, New Zealand
Great walk along the river and then up to the top of the hill for great 360 degree views and then carry on the walk to the Japanese Garden and the cafe in the Founder Heritage Park then catch the bus on the hour back to Nelson. Great walk! Great views!
8. Queen's Gardens
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4.5 based on 323 reviews
Reviewed By patterklan
Art Gallery - Beautiful bridge & Mature trees , lots of shade & ponds Easy flat paths for walking , would be pram & wheel chair friendly.
9. Tahunanui Beach
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4.5 based on 285 reviews
Reviewed By Moana033 - Auckland, New Zealand
Beautiful stretch of beach easily accessible from the main road. Kid friendly waters. There's a hive of activities happening such as kite surfing and paddle boarding. There's so much space that there could be hundreds of people yet you're not in each other's spaces.
10. Farewell Spit and Puponga Farm Park Tracks
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4.5 based on 30 reviews
Always check the website for changes that might affect your trip.
Reviewed By nzp0ppy - Nelson-Tasman Region, New Zealand
On a stunning day the walk up cape farewell, along the hilltops to pillar point lighthouse, old mans bluff trig and down onto the beach and farewell spit (and loop back on the road, but the road trip is not very nice so if you can get a ride between the two points this would be ideal). The views are wonderful. The walk from cape farewell to wharariki beach is not very nice - its not well formed and the paddocks are steep, very close to cliff edges and you will get wet feet crossing the creek. you are much better to walk to wharariki beach direct from the carpark
