Nelson South Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Nelson Hospital
If Nelson Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Nelson.
Nelson College
Explore the campus of Nelson College as part of your travels around Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Victory Square
Explore the great outdoors at Victory Square, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Fairfield Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fairfield Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Visit the spas in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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.
Things to do
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Top hotels in Nelson South
The Hotel Nelson
The room was spotless and the facilities were great.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Nelson City TOP 10 Holiday Park
Immaculate, well-equipped room; great service and location (15-minute walk from CBD).
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Admirals Motor Inn
Friendly staff and clean room
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Townhouse Haven - Modern, Spa, close to Nelson Central! Pets welcome.
Was a great stay. Probably best place have found in Nelson, awesome
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
A stunning boutique apartment ideally nestled in the heart of vibrant Nelson City
Great stay, good location, really needed another couple of weeks as there's so much to do in & around Nelson area. Thanks again Gavin
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2025
Quest Nelson
We had an unexpected late check in and early go and couldn’t have been more helpful with everything!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nelson South
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Tahunanui Beach Reserve and Trafalgar Park.
Washington Valley
Though Washington Valley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Market.
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 Queens Gardens.
Britannia Heights
While Britannia Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Natureland Zoo 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.
Beachville
Though Beachville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Trafalgar Park and Nelson Provincial Museum.
