Top of the South Travel Guide
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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 Provincial Museum and Christ Church Cathedral.
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.
Waikawa
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Waikawa Bay
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Renwick
Wineries, restaurants and gardens are some highlights of Renwick. Make a stop by Renwick Museum or Bladen Winery while you're exploring.
Ruby Bay
You'll appreciate the wineries during your time in Ruby Bay and you might want to plan a stop by Mapua Wharf and Kina Peninsula while you're in the area.
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Popular places to visit
Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.
Kaiteriteri Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Kaiteriteri Beach during your travels in Kaiteriteri? Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in the area.
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.
Wharariki Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wharariki Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Puponga.
Marahau Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Marahau Beach during your travels in Marahau? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Christ Church Cathedral
Learn about the local history of Nelson with a stop at Christ Church Cathedral. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
- Picton Ferry Terminal
- Abel Tasman National Park
- Golden Bay
- Picton Harbour
- Trafalgar Park
- Tahunanui Beach Reserve
- Wharariki Beach
- Little Kaiteriteri Beach
- Tata Beach
- Abel Tasman Coast Track
- Kahurangi National Park
- Kenepuru Sounds
- Marahau Beach
- Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
- Mapua Wharf
- Seymour Square
- St Clair Winery
- Totaranui Beach
- Nelson Market
- Omaka Classic Cars
- Ngarua Caves
- Picton Foreshore
- Richmond Mall
- Natureland Zoo
- Te Waikoropupu Springs
- World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars