Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided
Overview
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Nelson is a stunning, unique city in New Zealand, so whether it’s your first time in Nelson or you’re a seasoned visitor (or local!), our 2-3 hour city walking tour - ‘Nelson in a Nutshell’ will bring this beautiful and diverse city to life. Your tour guides are all resident Nelsonians who know the hidden gems, and with a unique insight give you a true flavour of the real Nelson. Discover Trafalgar Street, Christ Church Cathedral, The Lord of the Rings Jeweller, South Street heritage cottages, Queen’s Gardens, Suter Art Gallery, the Centre of New Zealand and so much more along the way. Prepare to be impressed!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you wish to book for a single person, please contact us directly via email or telephone.
The walk is on sealed surfaces, mostly flat. Where there are a few steps, there is a ramp alternative for easy access
If parking a vehicle in Miller's Acre Car Park, it takes payment by card or coins; free parking is available in adjacent streets. Please ask your guide if further information is required.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Sanitiser
Sunscreen available for use
Free Eco Cup - water filling stations along the walk. Cups are re-usable and compostable
Tour Guide
Disposable Face Mask if required
Tour commentary
Lunch
Gratuities
What To Expect
Christ Church Cathedral
Stroll up the main street of Nelson, viewing the varied architecture and art installations, until we reach the Cathedral which is a an elevated focal point of the cityscape. You can go inside the Cathedral after the tour, at your leisure. We also visit South Street with its beautiful, historic heritage cottages.
Nelson Provincial Museum Pupuri Taonga o Te Tai Ao
Introduction to the Nelson Provincial Museum - home to fascinating artifacts and history of the Nelson area. You can revisit and pay a small entry fee after the tour.
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Nelson City Walking Tour - Guided
Reviews
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worthwhile
T5080VPpeterf,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked very last minute and managed to secure a tour. Our guide was very personable and full of stories about nelson and other topics. The walking was pretty easy and we had a real feel for the place by the time it ended.
James is a terrific...
richard l,
Apr 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00James is a terrific guide. He really knows about Nelson and is quite anecdotal as well. We had a wonderful time on our tour with him.
An excellent tour!
wendytaylor12,
Apr 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were so happy that James greeted us on our first morning in Nelson - his walking tour was an absolute delight. With kindness, professionalism and skill, James gave us an excellent flavour of the city. His informative and well planned tour features the best of Nelson - something for everyone. Thank you so much, James. 5 stars
Exploring Nelson on foot is a fantastic way to immerse yourself in its charm!
Cosa16,
Apr 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect walk in town for first visitor to the town. We would never had a chance to visit some of the lovely placed on our own. Our guide James is very kind and knowledgeable, recommended the best place for sunset view. Very much appreciate!
Great way to get to know Nelson
denisemA7397HS,
Mar 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00James was a great guide, friendly and relatable. His commentary really gave us a connection to Nelson's history. We have not seen the things we did had we not been with a local who clearly loves this city
It opens your eyes
Magda d,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00After this tour you'll know much more about Nelson. And you'll see a lot more. I had been in this town for a couple of days but had not seen the wallpaintings, sculptures and more. And James is an entertaining story teller!
Must do when you’re visiting Nelson!
Jim P,
Feb 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We participated in the Nelson City Walking Tour this morning and found it to be very informative and a great way to learn all about the history of the city. Must do when you’re visiting Nelson!
Guided Walking Tour of Nelson
Companion495387,
Feb 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easily accessible meeting place, James was welcoming and friendly, we would recommend this walking tour for first timers to Nelson. James took us to some lovely areas of the city, following the heritage trail, arts city centre trail and along river bank.
Informative and enjoyable.
Vacation604829,
Feb 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00James was very knowledgeable and friendly. He showed us and gave us a lot of information otherwise, not knowing. Highly recommend this tour to all, but especially if your visit has time restraints
Nelson walking tour
Jane W,
Jan 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great tour with James he was very informative and it was a very pleasant experience highly recommended..
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