Nelson South Travel Guide
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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.
Nelson Hospital
If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.
Nelson College
Explore the campus of Nelson College as part of your travels around Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Victory Square
Explore the great outdoors at Victory Square, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Fairfield Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fairfield Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
Abel Tasman National Full Park Scenic Cruise
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Abel Tasman: Sea Shuttle Cruise and Walking Tour Combo
Top hotels in Nelson South
The Hotel Nelson
Last minute reservation, communication great, room very comfortable.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Admirals Motor Inn
Value for money
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
Had a bit of noise from the unit upstairs . Was only walking on the boards
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Pihopa Retreat
Quest Nelson
Great location and walkable to everything we wanted. Convenient parking out front, and room was comfortable and perfectly appointed for a longer stay. Would definitely book again.
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Had to watch for taking a extra charge
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nelson South
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.
Washington Valley
Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Nelson Provincial Museum.
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Nelson Market.
Britannia Heights
While Britannia Heights may 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 Nelson Market.
Moana
Though Moana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo.
Bishopdale
While Bishopdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Codgers Mountain Bike Park.
