Nelson Visitor Centre

Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre

Introduction

Visit the Nelson Visitor Centre to get more information about public conservation land and marine reserves for the Northern South Island.

Contact details

Whakatū/Nelson Visitor Centre

Phone:  

+64 3 546 9339

Email:  

nelsonvc@doc.govt.nz

Address:  

Millers Acre/Taha o te Awa
1/37 Halifax Street
Nelson 7010

Getting there

Located in the heart of Nelson City on the corner of Trafalgar and Halifax Street, diagonally opposite Nelson City Council.

Car parking available in Millers Acre Carpark behind the Visitor Centre.

Opening hours

  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
  • Saturday, Sunday and public holidays, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Closed Christmas Day, 25 December

Information and services

  • Assistance to make bookings for Great Walks/Huts/Camps/Lodges.
  • Purchase hut tickets.
  • Plan and prepare with expert DOC track information assistance.
  • Specialist advice.
  • Weather information.
  • Maps and brochures to purchase.
  • Small retail offering including blister prevention, sandfly repellent, trowels, books and souvenirs.
  • Toilets available nearby.
  • Café situated nearby.
  • Wi-Fi across the street.