Nelson's cultural heritage is vast; the regional museum features Maori art as well as an incredible photographic collection. The Nelson region is also home to a number of prominent arts festivals and events. There are three national parks within 90 minutes of each other, yet they offer totally different experiences - Abel Tasman (coastal), Nelson Lakes (alpine) and Kahurangi (wilderness). Superb seafood, boutique wineries, hop growing, local breweries, hillsides covered in pip-fruit orchards and berry fruit are all part of Nelson's charm. Accommodation covers the full spectrum of luxury to budget; lodges, hotels, self-catering motels, holiday parks and backpacker accommodation.















