Nelson travel guide
Nelson Tourism | Nelson Guide
You're Going to Love Nelson
With a population of 9,813, Nelson is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Nelson deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Nelson
If you’re looking for affordable options, Broken Hill (479 Baker St) and The Black Cauldron (620 Herridge Ln) are great picks.
When to visit Nelson
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Nelson in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Nelson, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.
How to Get to Nelson
Plane
Although Nelson doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Castlegar (YCG), which is located 21 miles from Nelson. The shortest flight to Nelson from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 4h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Nelson is to pick up a car rental from Calgary, which is about 178 miles from Nelson. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Calgary.
Airlines serving Nelson
Where to stay in Nelson
Average rates range from around $164 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $182 and up for a 5-star experience.