Top of the South Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Top of the South
Where to stay in Top of the South
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.
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.
Waikawa
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Blenheim CBD
If you're spending some time in Blenheim CBD, Seymour Square and ASB Theatre Marlborough are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Waikawa Bay
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
"Enjoyed my overnight stay at the Carnmore Hotel. Big comfortable rooms. Sadly, my only complaint was the woeful breakfast buffet. It seriously needs an upgrade. Extremely basic and disappointing."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
The Hotel Nelson
"All good thanks"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Tides Hotel
"Loved this hotel & NZ owned 👌"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
"Another excellent stay, the staff are very friendly and helpful, across the road is the Tides Hotel in the same ownership where you can dine, the food is first class with great staff I would strongly recommend staying here."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Quest Nelson
"Great location and room, with kitchen. Great restaruants around the corner. Will stay again."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Beaches Nelson
"The reception and continual help with any of our questions was excellent! Definitely would stay there again!!"
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
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Popular places to visit
Picton Harbour
Visit a floating maritime museum, board a chartered fishing boat and relax beneath the tall palms that line one of New Zealand’s most important harbours.
Ngarua Caves
Explore the great outdoors at Ngarua Caves, a lovely green space in Takaka Hill. Amble within the gardens or visit the spas in this relaxing area.
Te Waikoropupu Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Te Waikoropupu Springs, a lovely green space in Takaka. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Cloudy Bay Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Cloudy Bay Vineyards during your travels to Rapaura. While you're here, you can savour the wineries.
Marlborough Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in Marlborough Convention Centre during your trip to Blenheim. While you're here, you can savour the wineries.
Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre
You can take time to visit Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre during your travels to Lochmara Bay. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
