Wakatu Travel Guide
Nelson
Popular places to visit
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Natureland Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Natureland Zoo during your trip to Nelson. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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.
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.
Things to do
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Top hotels in Wakatu
Elegant Villa Nestled In The Trees
The hosts were great, the house is huge and delightful. We will recommend this to our visiting friends.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Pinnacle Apartment - Affordable Nelson Apartment with 2 Bedrooms & Views!
My wife and I spent 4 nights here. Views are lovely and very central down the hill. It's in-between Nelson and The Stoke/Richmond area. Quiet.
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2021
The Hotel Nelson
Very good quality for the money that we spent. A good distance form everything- especially the city center.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
Everything was perfect. Highly Recommend
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Quest Nelson
Clean, spacious room. Ideally located close to city centre and restaurants.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Tides Hotel
Lovely place to stay
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Wakatu
Annesbrook
While visiting Annesbrook, you might make a stop by sights like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Nelson Golf Links.
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.
Bishopdale
While Bishopdale may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Codgers Mountain Bike Park.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Market and Montgomery Square.
Enner Glynn
Enner Glynn might not have many top sights, but World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars and Isel Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
