Washington Valley Travel Guide
Nelson
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Abel Tasman National Park: Helicopter Flight with landing
Top hotels in Washington Valley
Tipi Haere - Walking distance to Nelson City Centre and the Waterfront!
We enjoyed our stay in Nelson, the space was comfortable for 6 adults, and the view was lovely. Well equipped kitchen even though our stay wasn’t really long enough to cook much more than simple breakfasts. I would say that we didn’t really consider it walking distance to town, given that it was ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2025
The Hotel Nelson
Very clean and proximity to city was great.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Quest Nelson
Very efficient toilets. Staff however could have helped us with our bags into the storage cupboard
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
Extremely helpful staff. Beautiful patio at the hotel. Clean rooms. Good restaurants right by.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
We were on a queen room. The bed was comfortable and the room a good size. It has recently been refurbished to a good standard. There is a microwave, coffee plunger and crockery but washing up all as to be done in the bathroom sink which is a bit odd.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Tides Hotel
It was a funky and fun room. Happy hour was a nice surprise. But when it says thay we had a private hot tub. There was not one. Disappointed!
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Washington Valley
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.
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 Provincial Museum.
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.
Toi Toi
Though Toi Toi may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Tahunanui Beach Reserve.
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.
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.
