Washington Valley Travel Guide
Nelson
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Popular places to visit
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.
Trafalgar Park
Catch an event at Trafalgar Park during your trip to 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 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.
Centre of New Zealand Monument
You can find out about the history of Nelson with a visit to Centre of New Zealand Monument. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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.
Top hotels in Washington Valley
The Hotel Nelson
Clean, quiet. Did not cook but facilities were available.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Rutherford Hotel Nelson
Lovely customer service from everyone on the front desk. The room was lovely and very clean really comfortable and we hsd a great time in zznNelson. We will he back and will def stay at the Rutherford Hotel sgain
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Quest Nelson
Nice room and comfortable bed. A bit noisy at times outside. Also the layout of our particular apartment was a bit weird.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Grand Arden Monaco Nelson
The property is beautiful it’s a funny set up lots of live residents and the surrounding gardens are beautiful and rooms are comfortable. Room service is pretty average to say the least. Had to,ask for coffee on 2 occasions and beds were not made up. Birds crapped all over the car so asked for a ...
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
DeLorenzo's Studio Apartments
Great welcome with clear and concise need to know information along with a very clean room.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Tides Hotel
A quirky hotel with psychodelic, brightly coloured door numbers, loo seats, waste bins and art! Conveniently placed just on the edge of Nelson, easily walkable into the town centre. There was a notice in the room about happy hour which lasted all afternoon and we had 2 glasses of wine at about 5.00. ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
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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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Nelson City Centre
Nelson City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nelson Provincial Museum and Nelson Market.
Washington Valley Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Washington Valley by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Nelson neighborhoods
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- Christ Church Cathedral
- Nelson Market
- Centre of New Zealand Monument
- Mapua Wharf
- Nelson Provincial Museum
- Neudorf
- Queens Gardens
- Natureland Zoo
- Nelson College
- Nelson I-site Visitor Information Centre
- Mount Richmond
- Codgers Mountain Bike Park
- Motueka District Museum
- Skydive Abel Tasman
- South Pacific Distillery
- Nelson Fun Park
- Isel Park
- SimPit Technologies
