The Wood 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.
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 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.
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
Heli-Fish Marlborough Sounds D'Urville Island Indulgence - 'Catch and Dine'
Our pick of the best The Wood Hotel Deals
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
The Sails Nelson
This was honestly the best place we stayed in South Island. We stayed at places double/triple the price and this one was still the best. It was extremely clean, room extremely comfortable and spacious (the comfiest bed we have ever slept on) and the staff was extremely accommodating. Would 100% recommend ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Kings Gate Motel
Very comfy bed, staff very helpful. Good value for money.
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025
Riverlodge Nelson
The room was spotless and well laid out, with it's kitchen area and bathroom. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the location is great.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Tasman Bay Backpackers
Really friendly and inclusive backpacker vibes but in a clean and well maintained hostel. I had a private room and it was very spacious and clean and comfy. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Wood
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Market and Queens Gardens.
Port Nelson
While Port Nelson may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
Beachville
Though Beachville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
Stepneyville
While Stepneyville may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
Washington Valley
Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Trafalgar Park.
Nelson South
Unique features of Nelson South include the spas and restaurants. Make a stop by Fairfield Park or Victory Square while you're exploring the area.
