Nelson Car Hire

Widely considered as being amongst New Zealand's most liveable cities, Nelson is a picturesque coastal city that possesses some of the best scenery that this stunning country has to offer. Blessed with copious amounts of sunshine, this thriving city on the Tasman Bay is the cultural and economic heart of the Nelson-Tasman region and is easily reached by regular domestic Nelson flights.

Hiring a car in Nelson

For those thinking of car hire Nelson is easily accessed by road and it's a two hour drive from Picton, one and a half hours away from Blenheim and six hours from Christchurch. Car rental in Nelson is therefore a good option for travellers exploring the county. The city itself is small enough to traverse on foot, but access to the surrounding attractions and sights is easier with Nelson car hire.

Places to visit in Nelson

For visitors having secured Nelson car hire and a hotel Nelson offers many sights, sounds and experiences. As a haven for alternative lifestyles, the gorgeous Victorian era houses that line the streets of Nelson today house many spiritual centres, yoga studios and art galleries. Beyond the urban areas, the natural scenery of coastline and hills will not only titillate nature enthusiasts, but activities such as paragliding and skydiving will also satiate any thrill-seeking adventurer.