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World of Wearable Art & Classic Cars Museum
Ollie #1 of 13 attractions in Nelson
4.5 of 5 stars 81 reviews
Owner description: The World of WearableArt™ and Classic Cars Museum is an iconic Nelson visitor attraction that celebrates two distinctly different passions. Amazing...... more » Owner description: The World of WearableArt™ and Classic Cars Museum is an iconic Nelson visitor attraction that celebrates two distinctly different passions. Amazing works of art that are wearable from the annual Montana WOW® Awards Show are displayed alongside a world class collection of rare and classic cars. The Museum also includes a Café, Museum Shop and Reflections Art Gallery.Open every day 10am - 5pm (except Christmas Day) « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Happy Valley Adventures
Ollie #2 of 13 attractions in Nelson
4.5 of 5 stars 46 reviews
Owner description: Experience guided ATV 4 wheel quad bike tours; ride the world's only Skywire flying fox; play Paintball; enjoy a Safari Tour or ride in the amphibious...... more » Owner description: Experience guided ATV 4 wheel quad bike tours; ride the world's only Skywire flying fox; play Paintball; enjoy a Safari Tour or ride in the amphibious Argo. « less
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails
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The Gentle Cycling Company
Ollie #3 of 13 attractions in Nelson
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Biking Trails
Distance  7.5 km from city centre
Milcrest Estate
Ollie #4 of 13 attractions in Nelson
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries
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Founders Park
Ollie #5 of 13 attractions in Nelson
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Haulashore Island Ferry
Ollie #6 of 13 attractions in Nelson
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Ferries/ Boats
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Nelson Tasman Tourism
Ollie #7 of 13 attractions in Nelson
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  0.1 km from city centre
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Broadgreen Historic House
Ollie #8 of 13 attractions in Nelson
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Distance  6.3 km from city centre
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Kitesurf Nelson
Ollie #9 of 13 attractions in Nelson
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: Kitesurf Nelson is the heart and soul of kitesurfing in the Nelson region, providing locals and visitors with lessons, equipment sales and hire. We...... more » Owner description: Kitesurf Nelson is the heart and soul of kitesurfing in the Nelson region, providing locals and visitors with lessons, equipment sales and hire. We are happy to advise and offer our expertise on the exciting sport of kitesurfing.Our half-day lessons are designed to get you up and riding as quickly and safely as possible. We teach on the latest equipment, using IKO qualified instructors and keep our student:instructor ratio to 2:1 to ensure you really get the most out of your time on the water.We stock equipment from all industry leading brands, and also have equipment available for hire. Tahunanui Beach is a wonderful safe beach with constant summer wind and a world class venue.Come into our Kitesurf Nelson shop and check it out. « less
Attraction type  Sports Camps/ Clinics
Distance  2.5 km from city centre
Christ Church Cathedral
Ollie #10 of 13 attractions in Nelson
4 of 5 stars 1 review
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SimPit Technologies
Attraction type  Game/ Entertainment Centres
Distance  3.3 km from city centre
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Isel House
Distance  5.9 km from city centre
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Blackbird Valley Western Pleasure Horse Treks
Owner description: Horseback riding. Specializing in small personal groups. Rides are one to four hours on farmland, country roads and forestry in Upper Moutere....... more » Owner description: Horseback riding. Specializing in small personal groups. Rides are one to four hours on farmland, country roads and forestry in Upper Moutere. Small children accommodated on special rides. Open year round depending on weather. « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Distance  556.3 km from city centre
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