Discover the best museums in Nelson and find out about the things to see and to do, exhibitions, opening hours, prices and discounts in the list of museums in Nelson, or apply filters and navigate through the map.
Nelson is a city situated at the northern end of New Zealand's South Island. Founded in 1841, it is one of New Zealand's oldest cities and serves as an important regional center.
The city is known for its vibrant arts and cultural scene, with a significant community of artists, craftspeople, and galleries. Nelson enjoys a favorable climate and is surrounded by natural beauty, including three national parks: Abel Tasman, Nelson Lakes, and Kahurangi.
The region has a rich Māori heritage, with the local iwi (tribes) having inhabited the area for centuries before European settlement. The city has developed a reputation as a cultural hub, hosting various festivals and events throughout the year, while also maintaining strong connections to its maritime history through its working port and maritime heritage sites.
This overview contains all museums in and around Nelson. Curious about which museums there are in Nelson? These are the museums:
This is a selection of exhibitions in and around Nelson. Both current temporary as well as permanent exhibitions are listed. Visit the page of a museum to find out more about their activities and exhibitions. Want to know what is on display in Nelson? The following exhibitions are on display:
Unfortunately we don’t know about any discount passes in Nelson.
