🌿 Weekend Getaway | 3 Days in Nelson, NZ 🧘‍♀️

With just 44,700 residents, Nelson is a quiet gem—perfect for a rejuvenating escape! I joined a yoga festival and explored the town. Here’s the ultimate guide: 🎉 Fun Activities: 1️⃣ Saturday Farmer’s Market Authentic takoyaki & Thai food + $5 sweet grapes! 🍇 Tip: Go hungry—so many tasty stalls! 2️⃣ Founders Heritage Park (History-themed museum park) Instagram-worthy 📸 + hosts events (yoga fest, live jazz 🎷!). 3️⃣ The Centre of NZ 40-min hike (steep start!) for panoramic views of Nelson. Shortcut: Enter via Botanical Reserve (20 mins). 4️⃣ Christ Church Cathedral ⛪ Queen Elizabeth visited in 1954—small but serene. 5️⃣ Queen’s Gardens Morning strolls + a lovely café/gallery nearby. ☕ Bonus: Day trips to Abel Tasman National Park or Nelson Lakes! 🍽️ Foodie Highlights: 1️⃣ The Boat Shed Cafe (📍 350 Wakefield Quay) Overwater wooden hut with flawless seafood & service. Must-book: Request the deck seats! 2️⃣ Hawker House Local-approved—busy but worth it! 🚌 Transport Tips: Airport → City: Yellow bus ($3) or taxi (~$30). To Picton: Scenic bus ride through vineyards 🍇 → Ferry to Wellington (Cook Strait views = epic!). #NelsonNZ #WeekendEscape #NZTravel #YogaRetreat #HiddenGems