Exploring Nelson - Part 2

Continuing on from the last post, here are a couple more reasons why we love Nelson:

4.) The beach

Tahunanui Beach is conveniently located just minutes away from the city centre:

And if you get bored soaking up the sun and watching the waves, nearby you can find a library (with free wi-fi), a zoo, a skate park, a mini golf course, and a hydroslide (among other things).   Tons to do!

5.) The walks

There are a number of great walks/hikes around Nelson. A couple of days ago, Andy and I decided to hike up to the Centre of New Zealand lookout point. The trail started at the Botanical Reserve, which was the site of New Zealand's first rugby game played in 1870:

From there, it meandered up a hill, boasting great scenery at every turn:

Before long, the trail intensified to a steep climb and just when we thought we couldn't take it anymore (yes, we're out of shape), we were rewarded with this amazing view of the city:

The hike there and back took no more than an hour or two, but with all the trails we passed that branched off of this one, it could easily have become a day hike.  Perhaps we will make an attempt in the future.  We shall see...

Check back for the conclusion of our three-part Nelson series!