Nelson Airport Travel Guide
Nelson
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
Nelson: Cable Bay Adventure Park Skywire Experience
18,000ft Tandem Skydive over Abel Tasman
Top hotels in Nelson Airport
The Hotel Nelson
Great location, easy parking, good sized rooms, quiet, nice laundry, pool.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Beachcomber Hotel
Friendly service. Easy check in. Nice room and facilities. Easy parking. Close to the beach and airport.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Tides Hotel
Lovely comfy and clean. Would highly recommend. Super handy having the restaurant right there.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Motueka TOP 10 Holiday Park
Good parking, great room
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Quest Nelson
Modern serviced apartment with the usual amenities. Friendly and courteous reception staff.
Reviewed on 9 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 McCashin's Brewery and Marsden Recreation Ground.
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 Victory Square and Natureland Zoo.
