Nelson Airport Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nelson Airport
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Our pick of the best Nelson Airport Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
Room was spotless and staff were very friendly and efficient
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Comfortable bed / good service
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Quest Nelson
In a fantastic location. The room had everything you could need, including kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, iron etc. I'd definitely recommend Quest Nelson.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Really comfortable bed, excellent shower and everything needed for a great unexpected stay due to cancelled flight.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Tides Hotel
Clean room nice balcony.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
A bit dated and shabby. The shower was mouldy the sink cracked and generally poor.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Nelson Airport
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Isel Park and McCashin's Brewery.
Tahunanui
Tahunanui is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve while you're in town.
Wakatu
When in Wakatu, you can plan a visit to World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Natureland Zoo, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Moana
Though Moana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natureland Zoo and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Natureland Zoo and Nelson Market.
