Top of the South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Top of the South
Where to stay in Top of the South

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 Christ Church Cathedral.

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.

Waikawa
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Greenmeadows Park and McCashin's Brewery.

Hope
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hope and surrounding area, you can visit Richmond Mall and Hoglund Art Glass.

Maitai
If you're spending some time in Maitai, Centre of New Zealand Monument and Waahi Taakaro Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

The Hotel Nelson
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Tides Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Quest Nelson
Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Beaches Nelson
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Popular places to visit

Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Kaiteriteri Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kaiteriteri Beach during your travels in Kaiteriteri? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in the area.

Picton Harbour
Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.

Wharariki Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wharariki Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Puponga.

Christ Church Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Nelson with a stop at Christ Church Cathedral. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Marahau Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Marahau Beach during your travels in Marahau? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
- Abel Tasman National Park
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Golden Bay
- Picton Harbour
- Tahunanui Beach Reserve
- Wharariki Beach
- Abel Tasman Coast Track
- Trafalgar Park
- Kahurangi National Park
- Tata Beach
- Kenepuru Sounds
- Little Kaiteriteri Beach
- Marahau Beach
- Totaranui Beach
- Richmond Mall
- Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
- Mapua Wharf
- Te Waikoropupu Springs
- Nelson Market
- St Clair Winery
- Marlborough Convention Centre
- Ngarua Caves
- Waikawa Marina
- Cape Farewell
- World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars
- Okiwa Bay