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Heritage walks
Dress Circle Walk
On the foot hills of the Grampians, above the Cathedral, a pleasant moderate hill walk can be enjoyed in “the Dress Circle” of the city.
Eel Walk
Art and heritage intertwine in this easy walk around the central city that starts at the bridge known as Aratuna (Pathway of the Eels) Normanby Bridge. Enjoy a selection of Nelson's art treasures along the way.
Isel Park Tree Walk
Isel Park is famous for containing one of the oldest stands of mixed conifers and other exotic trees in New Zealand.
Italian Memorial Walk
This memorial walk is set in historic Wakapuaka Cemetery, visiting the graves of some early Italian immigrants who made Nelson their home.
Literary Trail
Nelson is home to the oldest library in New Zealand and our Literary Ramble celebrates this and some of the people who helped make books accessible for all in the past.
Mayoral Memorial Walk
The Mayoral Memorial Heritage Walk maps the early history of the Nelson Council under the leadership of some Mayors who served the city between 1874 and 1913, and who are buried at Wakapuaka Cemetery.
Melrose Garden Walk
The sheltered gardens of historic Melrose House are open to the public and are an ideal spot for a relaxed walk in tranquil surroundings.
Memorial Walk
ANZAC Day on 25 April each year is a time to remember those who died in war. Nelson pays homage to the fallen with a number of memorials within easy walking distance around the central city.
Miyazu Garden Walk
Miyazu Garden was opened in October 1995 to celebrate a sister city link with Miyazu in Japan.
Nine near Nile Walk
Nile Street and nearby Alton, Manuka and Hardy streets are some of Nelson’s oldest streets waiting to be discovered.
Quay Art Walk
Wakefield Quay boasts beautiful views of Nelsons sheltered harbour. It is also home to a collection of varied and exciting art works that enhance the setting.
Remembrance Trail
Nelson pays homage to those who died in war with a number of memorials in picturesque spots around the city.
Settlement in Stoke
This trail is the companion to the Saunter in Stoke and highlights some of the historic background of central Stoke.
Tracing the Tideway Walk
In the 1840s the Paruparu Estuary was a mahinga kai (food gathering area) for Māori.
