Wakatu Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to 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 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.
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.
Queens Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Queens Gardens, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Activities
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Our pick of the best Wakatu Hotel Deals
Pinnacle Apartment - Affordable Nelson Apartment with 2 Bedrooms & Views!
My wife and I spent 4 nights here. Views are lovely and very central down the hill. It's in-between Nelson and The Stoke/Richmond area. Quiet.
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2021
The Hotel Nelson
Clean, quiet. Did not cook but facilities were available.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Lovely customer service from everyone on the front desk. The room was lovely and very clean really comfortable and we hsd a great time in zznNelson. We will he back and will def stay at the Rutherford Hotel sgain
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Quest Nelson
Nice room and comfortable bed. A bit noisy at times outside. Also the layout of our particular apartment was a bit weird.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Room was great but they close at 5pm so you can’t ask anybody for anything also the restaurant and bar was closed on the Monday night
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Great welcome with clear and concise need to know information along with a very clean room.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Natureland Zoo while you're in town.
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.
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.
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.
Nelson Airport
When in Nelson Airport, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Wakatu Travel Guide
- Tahunanui Beach Reserve
- Trafalgar Park
- Richmond Mall
- Mapua Wharf
- Nelson Market
- World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
- Nelson College
- Nelson Provincial Museum
- Centre of New Zealand Monument
- Natureland Zoo
- Codgers Mountain Bike Park
- Founders Heritage Park
- Mount Richmond
- Hoglund Art Glass
- Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
- Greenmeadows Park
- Greenacres Golf Course
- Motueka District Museum
- Kahurangi Estate
- Pic's Peanut Butter World
- Mahana Estates
