The Wood 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.
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.
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.
Codgers Mountain Bike Park
Explore the great outdoors at Codgers Mountain Bike Park, a lovely green space in Nelson. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
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 The Wood
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Impeccably clean and lovely rooms. Great location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Tides Hotel
Great staff and superb location
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Sails Nelson
Beautiful rooms, very clean and super comfortable bed with luxury bedding. The staff was amazing and made me feel very welcome.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Kings Gate Motel
Lovely managers, very quiet motel. Clean and lots of room for family of 4 in a one bedroom.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Tasman Bay Backpackers
Everything clean, good service. Good value for money.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Riverlodge Nelson
Beds were super comfy. Room cleaned everyday. Staff lovely
Reviewed on 22 Dec 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 Nelson Provincial Museum.
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.
