Nelson Airport Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Nelson Airport
Popular places to visit
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.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Founders Heritage Park
Enjoy the thrill rides with your children at Founders Heritage Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Codgers Mountain Bike Park
Explore the great outdoors at Codgers Mountain Bike Park, 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
From Nelson: Marlborough Sounds Scenic Helicopter Flight
Our pick of the best Nelson Airport Hotel Deals
The Hotel Nelson
"I always stay here when I come to Nelson. Great location for me and rooms are clean and comfy. Staff could d o with some training in friendliness….a smile costs nothing!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Tides Hotel
"Small ,but very well appointed"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
"Another excellent stay, the staff are very friendly and helpful, across the road is the Tides Hotel in the same ownership where you can dine, the food is first class with great staff I would strongly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park
"We stayed in a motel studio room which was comfortable for a couple. The in-suite bathroom and kitchen were convenient. The room was clean:"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
"Very nice, on the beach. Very walkable."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
"Clean"
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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 Club.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pic's Peanut Butter World and Isel Park.
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.
