Nelson: The Gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park
Located at the top of the South Island, Nelson is the gateway to the Abel Tasman National Park and is one of New Zealand's most popular holiday destinations. The region enjoys an enviable year round temperate climate, with the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand.
Surrounded by sheltering hills and mountains, the region has some spectacular lakes and stunning coastline with golden sandy beaches. Within easy driving distance are 3 National Parks, the world famous Abel Tasman National Park, Kahurangi National Park and Nelson Lakes National Park.
Visitors can enjoy the wonderful mix of the dynamic arts and craft culture, blended with superb award winning wineries, boutique breweries, cafes and restaurants along with a wide range of outdoor activities, natural attractions and guided tours.
For those who enjoy the opportunity to shop for uniquely New Zealand made products there are many world class jewellers, potters, artists, glass blowers, fabric and clothing designers.
If it's the outdoors which entices you, there is swimming, diving, sailing, kayaking, waka tours and boating for the water lovers and for those who are more land orientated there are bike trails, four wheel driving and horse riding on offer as well as an abundance of walking tracks.
Useful Website Links
Check out the following list of useful links to some of Nelson's unique attractions, wineries and creative artisans.
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Nelson Tasman Events Website
- Milton Chalet Motel
For accommodation in Nelson City.
- Nelson Arts
Nelson region's link to fabulous art.
- Nelson Wines
Nelson winemakers have received many international awards. Visit the wineries and taste new vintages, savour lunch in their vineyard cafes.
- World of WearableArt˙ & Collectable Cars
Permanent exhibition and visitor attraction.
- Suter Art Gallery
Nelson's Art Gallery and Café.
- Nelson School of Music
Check out this site for festivals, concerts, workshops and tuition.
- Trafalgar Centre / Trafalgar Park
Popular for sports and special events it is located in the centre of Nelson city.
- Höglund Art Glass
International glass centre featuring Glassblowing Studio, Galleries, Museum and Coldwork Studio.
- Farewell Spit Tours
The way see the famous Farewell Spit.
- Bay Tours - Wine and Art Tours
Half and full day wine, craft, brewery, and scenic tours.
- Aqua Taxi
Your water taxi and sea kayaking connection to the Abel Tasman National Park.
- Latitude Nelson
The Regional Tourism Organisation for the Nelson Region.
- Golf
Looking for a great golfing vacation? Visit Nelson or Green Acres Golf Clubs. - Milton Chalet Motel
New Zealand Links
- Pure NZ
Official Tourism New Zealand site