Founders Heritage Park is an open air museum where you find historical buildings, some shops and an operating heritage train.
The garden is a Japanese inspired park with ponds, bridges, cherry trees, a rock garden, a tea house, bamboo forest and radiates a sense of tranquility.
Nelson's classical Victorian garden offers a diverse plant and tree collection and is a peaceful place to relax and wind down.
Wakefield Quay at the Nelson's waterfront has great views of the harbour entrance, several other points of interest and restaurants.
The Saturday Market is a Nelson institution which is worthwhile a visit. You will find fresh produce, local crafts & arts and some tasty local food stalls.
The Waikoropupū Springs (aka Pupu Springs) are New Zealand's biggest freshwater springs with some of the clearest water you can find.