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Nelson Market
World of WearableArt & Classic Cars Museum
Gardens of the World
Natureland Wildlife Trust
Miyazu Garden
Tahunanui Beach
The Abel Tasman National Park Coast Track
Urban Oyster Bar and Eatery
East Street Vegetarian Cafe and Bar
Harry's Hawker House and Bar
The Styx Kitchen and Bar
Hopgood's & Co.
The Indian Cafe
Tongtara Thai Restaurant
- Situated on the eastern shores of Tasman Bay on the South Island of New Zealand, Nelson is an arty town with lots of art galleries, clothing designers, and arts and crafts stores selling locally made handcrafted items.
- Established by English settlers in 1841, Nelson is the second-oldest settled city in the country and has a rich and varied history which can be explored at the living museum of Founders Heritage Park.
- There are many vineyards around the town and local breweries where some of the region’s finest wines and craft beers can be sampled.
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