Rachel’s guidebook
Sightseeing
I have spent many hours as a child, and my kids have had heaps of fun at Tahunanui Beach. Take the buckets, spade, and boogie board (under the house or in the shed) and have hours of fun swimming and making sandcastles. There is a fantastic kids' playground by the beach too.
Top tip: Pack for the day, water, sunscreen, and food. There is so much to do around Tahunanui Beach you can spend the whole day there.
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Tāhunanui Beach
I have spent many hours as a child, and my kids have had heaps of fun at Tahunanui Beach. Take the buckets, spade, and boogie board (under the house or in the shed) and have hours of fun swimming and making sandcastles. There is a fantastic kids' playground by the beach too.
Top tip: Pack for the day, water, sunscreen, and food. There is so much to do around Tahunanui Beach you can spend the whole day there.
Golden sand and clear water are a must-do; it's 46km away, taking you 42 minutes driving.
Top tip: when you are on your way back to our place, stop for a real fruit ice cream (with a cherry on top!) at Thomas Brothers Cherry and Real fruit Ice Cream Stall. Hop Federation Brewery across the road from the ice cream shop if you are into craft beer.
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Kaiteriteri Beach
Golden sand and clear water are a must-do; it's 46km away, taking you 42 minutes driving.
Top tip: when you are on your way back to our place, stop for a real fruit ice cream (with a cherry on top!) at Thomas Brothers Cherry and Real fruit Ice Cream Stall. Hop Federation Brewery across the road from the ice cream shop if you are into craft beer.
• Rabbit Island – 12km – 10-minute drive
You can drive to Rabbit Island, a recreation reserve containing three islands, Rabbit Island, Rough Island, and Bird Island. The 8km long safe swimming beach with BBQ cooking picnic areas
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Rabbit island
• Rabbit Island – 12km – 10-minute drive
You can drive to Rabbit Island, a recreation reserve containing three islands, Rabbit Island, Rough Island, and Bird Island. The 8km long safe swimming beach with BBQ cooking picnic areas
Nelson Fun Park - 11 km, 11-minute drive
The fun park is in the same area as Tahunanui Beach. Hydro slides, bumper boats, mini-golf, giant mega slide, pro karts, fun karts, laser tag and trampoline park, Natureland Zoo and Model train rides. Check out the times for the trains as they usually run from 1pm to 4pm during school holidays and Sundays.
Nelson Fun Park Hydroslide & Bumper Boats
Nelson Fun Park - 11 km, 11-minute drive
The fun park is in the same area as Tahunanui Beach. Hydro slides, bumper boats, mini-golf, giant mega slide, pro karts, fun karts, laser tag and trampoline park, Natureland Zoo and Model train rides. Check out the times for the trains as they usually run from 1pm to 4pm during school holidays and Sundays.
Nelson Fun Park - 11 km, 11-minute drive
The fun park is in the same area as Tahunanui Beach. Hydro slides, bumper boats, mini-golf, giant mega slide, pro karts, fun karts, laser tag and trampoline park, Natureland Zoo and Model train rides. Check out the times for the trains as they usually run from 1pm to 4pm during school holidays and Sundays.
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Founders Heritage Park
87 Atawhai DriveNelson Fun Park - 11 km, 11-minute drive
The fun park is in the same area as Tahunanui Beach. Hydro slides, bumper boats, mini-golf, giant mega slide, pro karts, fun karts, laser tag and trampoline park, Natureland Zoo and Model train rides. Check out the times for the trains as they usually run from 1pm to 4pm during school holidays and Sundays.
Motueka Saltwater Baths - North Steet Motueka (32km)
The pool was built in the 1920s, and it's free to go. It's a great place to swim in the saltwater right next to the sea.
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Motueka
Motueka Saltwater Baths - North Steet Motueka (32km)
The pool was built in the 1920s, and it's free to go. It's a great place to swim in the saltwater right next to the sea.
• Middle of New Zealand – Hardy St Nelson (16km)
Yes, the middle of New Zealand is in Nelson. Go to the Botanicas Reserve at the end of Hardy St. The start of the Maitai Walkway is at the far end of the reserve. It will take about 20 – 40 minutes to walk the track, which is uphill. The views are stunning, and there is a needlepoint showing you the exact spot in the middle of New Zealand.
Top tip: Take water with you by the top of the hill; you will need water. A useful fact is that the reserve at the bottom of the track is where the first game of rugby was played in New Zealand.
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Uuden-Seelannin keskipisteen muistomerkki
• Middle of New Zealand – Hardy St Nelson (16km)
Yes, the middle of New Zealand is in Nelson. Go to the Botanicas Reserve at the end of Hardy St. The start of the Maitai Walkway is at the far end of the reserve. It will take about 20 – 40 minutes to walk the track, which is uphill. The views are stunning, and there is a needlepoint showing you the exact spot in the middle of New Zealand.
Top tip: Take water with you by the top of the hill; you will need water. A useful fact is that the reserve at the bottom of the track is where the first game of rugby was played in New Zealand.
Ngarua Caves – (53km)
Our family enjoyed taking a guided tour through the caves. It's a walk-through cave, no crawling through tight spaces! Adults $25 and child (5-15) $10.
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Ngarua Caves
Main RoadNgarua Caves – (53km)
Our family enjoyed taking a guided tour through the caves. It's a walk-through cave, no crawling through tight spaces! Adults $25 and child (5-15) $10.
Te Waikoropupu (Pupu Springs) (96km)
It's the largest freshwater spring in New Zealand. It's a beautiful easy loop track that will take you about 20 minutes.
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Te Waikoropupun lähteet
Pupu Springs RoadTe Waikoropupu (Pupu Springs) (96km)
It's the largest freshwater spring in New Zealand. It's a beautiful easy loop track that will take you about 20 minutes.
Food scene
Anatoki Salmon Farm –230 McCallum Rd Takaka, (93km)
Free fishing rods and nets, you pay by the weight of the Salmon you catch. They prepare it for you fresh or smoked or sashimi style. We caught a 1kg Salmon, smoked it, and ate it fresh at the picnic tables. It was the most excellent Salmon I have ever had.
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Anatoki Salmon Fishing & Cafe in Golden Bay
230 McCallum RdAnatoki Salmon Farm –230 McCallum Rd Takaka, (93km)
Free fishing rods and nets, you pay by the weight of the Salmon you catch. They prepare it for you fresh or smoked or sashimi style. We caught a 1kg Salmon, smoked it, and ate it fresh at the picnic tables. It was the most excellent Salmon I have ever had.
Finding a good Fish and Chip shop for a quick dinner when you are on holiday is a must. The locals recommend it to us and when we holiday in Richmond this is where we go. If you like a corn pattie these are amazing. They also do Gluten Free.
Salisbury Takeaways
27 Salisbury RoadFinding a good Fish and Chip shop for a quick dinner when you are on holiday is a must. The locals recommend it to us and when we holiday in Richmond this is where we go. If you like a corn pattie these are amazing. They also do Gluten Free.
If you like tasty Thai food this a yummy Restaurant to visit. we have taken our family there and really enjoyed the food.
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The Lemongrass
294 Queen StIf you like tasty Thai food this a yummy Restaurant to visit. we have taken our family there and really enjoyed the food.
A wide selection of food and they have a kids menu. The all day breakfast was a hit with my husband! Great value for money.
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The Stables Tavern & Restaurant
1 McGlashen AveA wide selection of food and they have a kids menu. The all day breakfast was a hit with my husband! Great value for money.