Bishopdale Travel Guide
Nelson
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Popular places to visit
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.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Founders Heritage Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Nelson Market
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Nelson Market during your stay in Nelson. Wander around the parks or enjoy the area's cafes.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a visit 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
Top hotels in Bishopdale
The Hotel Nelson
No i We were not allowed in as, although closing time was advertised as 9pm, a large bright sign outside said open and a very pleasant young man showed us to a table , the manager then claimed that they closed at 8.30 and refused to serve us. I did make a complaint to reception, who blamed everyting ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
Was a really nice place to stay. Will certainly want to come stay here again
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Quest Nelson
Really nice rooms that have laundry facilities and kitchen facilities in the unit. This hotel is in a great area of Nelson with good restaurants just a walk away.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Tides Hotel
Artistic place, clean, properly equipped, washing machine and dryer. Excellent restaurant
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Room was comfortable and clean. Not a lot of amenities but good for a one night stay.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
The hotel is centrally located to restaurants and shops. Beautiful hotel with several eating options. The staff was very informative and friendly. The room itself was wonderful with great views. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bishopdale
Enner Glynn
Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Tahunanui Beach Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Tahunanui Beach Reserve, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Brook
While visiting The Brook, you might make a stop by sights like Codgers Mountain Bike Park and Brook Waimarama Sanctuary.
Nelson South
Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
