Tāhunanui, Nelson

Name: Tāhunanui
Address: Nelson, New Zealand

#9 among attractions in Nelson

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Tāhunanui is one of the suburbs of Nelson, New Zealand. It lies between Port Nelson and Nelson Airport and is the site of the main beach for Nelson with a shoreline on the Tasman Bay / Te Tai-o-Aorere. ()

Coordinates: 41°16'48"S, 173°14'20"E

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Tāhunanui – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trafalgar Park, Botanical Gardens, Nelson Provincial Museum, Christ Church Cathedral.

2.5 miE
Football, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Trafalgar Park, Nelson
63 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nelson, New Zealand, Trafalgar Park stands as a premier sports venue, bringing together the community in a spirit of competition and camaraderie. This iconic stadium is not just a focal point for local sports enthusiasts but also a significant...
3 miE
Garden, Park, Sport venue
Botanical Gardens, Nelson
77 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Nelson, New Zealand, the Botanical Gardens offer a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Founded in the early 20th century, these gardens are not only a haven for plant enthusiasts but also serve as an important sport venue...
2.4 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Nelson Provincial Museum, Nelson
61 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Nelson, New Zealand, the Nelson Provincial Museum serves as a cultural beacon, preserving and showcasing the rich history and heritage of the region. This premier institution offers visitors an immersive journey through the...
2.4 miE
Church
Christ Church Cathedral, Nelson
60 min walk • Christ Church Cathedral, a beacon of spirituality and heritage, stands proudly in the heart of Nelson, New Zealand. As a significant landmark, this Anglican cathedral is not only a place of worship but also a monument of historical and architectural importance in the...
3.2 miNE
Museum, Park
Founders Heritage Park, Nelson
83 min walk • Founders Heritage Park in the city of Nelson, New Zealand, is a living museum that offers a unique window into the country's past. This meticulously curated park brings history to life through its collection of restored historic buildings and replicas that recreate the...
1.3 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
World of Wearable Art, Nelson
33 min walk • World of WearableArt is an internationally recognised design competition, attracting entries from more than 40 countries each year.
2.2 miE
Park
Fairfield House, Nelson
58 min walk • Fairfield House in 48 Van Diemen Street, Nelson, New Zealand, is registered with Heritage New Zealand as a Category I structure. Originally built in 1849, today's house was constructed as a residence for Arthur Atkinson in 1872. It was at some stage owned by the Nelson College for Girls, who used it as a boarding house.
2.5 miSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Grampians
63 min walk • The Grampians are a set of prominent hills forming the southeast backdrop of Nelson, New Zealand, reaching 390 metres high. Frequented by locals and tourists alike, the Grampians are covered in a myriad of tracks ranging from leisurely strolls to relatively taxing steep inclines.
3.7 miNE
Cemetery
Wakapuaka Cemetery, Nelson
95 min walk • Wakapuaka Cemetery is a cemetery located in Brooklands, Nelson, New Zealand. "Wakapuaka" is a Māori-language word meaning "heaps of aka leaves".
2.2 miNE
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Boulder Bank Lighthouse, Nelson
57 min walk • Boulder Bank Lighthouse is a decommissioned 19th century lighthouse located near the Port Nelson end of the Boulder Bank. It was New Zealand's second permanent lighthouse. Prior to its construction, the Nelson harbour entrance, with its four-metre tidal range and narrow curved channel, was a trap to unwary ship's captains.
1.1 miS
Nightlife
Bays Brewery, Nelson
28 min walk • Bays Brewery is a microbrewery located in Nelson, New Zealand established in December 1993.