🌞 Nelson, NZ | Ultimate City Guide: Eat, Explore & Love! 🍽️🚗

Nelson is hands-down my favorite sunny little gem in the South Island! Here’s your go-to list for the best food, sights, and vibes: ⛪ Must-Visit Spots: 📍 Christ Church Cathedral Offers Chinese-language pamphlets for visitors! 📍 Cable Bay (30min drive) A short hike rewards you with stunning dual-tone ocean views. Watch your step—fresh sheep poop alert! 💩🐑 📍 Nelson Classic Car Museum 🚗✨ A dream for vintage car lovers—decades of automotive glory! 📍 Nelson Provincial Museum Free exhibitions (I caught an adorable animal photography display!). ☕ Top Eats & Drinks: 🍽️ Melrose House Cafe 👍 Gorgeous garden setting + great coffee. ⚠️ Desserts are SUPER sweet—skip if you’re not into sugar bombs! 🍽️ The Styx 👍 (Seafood Chowder Heaven!) Creamy, delicious chowder + oceanfront views. 🍺 The Free House Pub 👍 (Church-turned-brewery!) Beer tasting flights (5 varieties, served light → dark). 🍣 Kimchi & Wasabi Nelson 👍 Korean-run sushi spot—fresh, flavorful, and always packed! Tip: Go early—it sells out fast! 🍜 Green Bamboo (Vietnamese) Bustling at night—try their appetizers! 🛍️ Sunday Market 👍 Best in the South Island! Cheap veggies/fruits, food trucks, crafts, and THE BEST fresh apple juice 🍎 (my NZ favorite!). 🌿 Bonus Tips: Nelson’s weather is golden—pack sunscreen! ☀️ Love beaches? Tahunanui Beach is 10mins from downtown. #NelsonNZ #SouthIslandTravel #NZFoodie #ExploreNelson #SunnyNelson