Must-see attractions in Blenheim

  • Military aircraft from WWI at Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre in Blenheim, New Zealand.

    Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

    Blenheim

    When Sir Peter Jackson has a passion for something, there are no half measures. That's abundantly clear in the 'Knights of the Sky' exhibition, which…

  • Vineyards on the White Road Tour at Peter Yealands Cellar door wine estate in New Zealand's south island.

    Yealands Estate

    Blenheim

    Zero-carbon winemaking on a grand scale at this space-age winery out by itself near Seddon, 30km southeast of Blenheim. A 7km self-drive vineyard tour…

  • Rack of Brancott wine estate Identity series bottles.

    Brancott Estate

    Blenheim

    Under its previous name, Montana Wines, this was the trailblazer of the wine region. Now it has Marlborough's most impressive cellar door and restaurant…

  • Sunset over vineyard at Wither Hills in New Zealand.

    Wither Hills

    Blenheim

    Pull up a beanbag on the Hockneyesque lawns of this impressive complex and enjoy a three-wine flight ($10), or head into the cellar for a more traditional…

  • Allan Scott Family Winemakers

    Blenheim

    Highlights of this esteemed range include a lovely gewürztraminer and a méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine. The attached Twelve Trees restaurant is…

  • Te Whare Ra

    Blenheim

    Compact, hands-on winery creating gorgeous sauvignon blanc, riesling, gewürztraminer and pinot gris.

  • Marlborough Museum

    Blenheim

    The history of NZ's wine industry is celebrated here, along with fascinating displays devoted to finds from Wairau Bar, the site of the country's earliest…

  • Pollard Park

    Blenheim

    Ten minutes' walk from town, this 25-hectare park has beautiful blooming and scented gardens, a playground, tennis courts and a nine-hole golf course. It…

  • Vines Village

    Blenheim

    A conveniently located hub for bike hire, boutique shopping, wine tasting (Whitehaven) and cafe meals with a pretty vines outlook. Pop into Gourmet…

  • Cloudy Bay

    Blenheim

    The most famous, most upmarket and most expensive tasting experience; private tastings and tours are also offered. Jack's Raw Bar shucks and serves…

  • Saint Clair Estate

    Blenheim

    Prepare to be blown away by the Pioneer Block and Reserve range sauvignon blanc and pinot noir at Marlborough's most awarded winery. There's a good…

  • Framingham

    Blenheim

    Consistent, quality wines including exceptional riesling and stellar dessert wines. Check out the '90s song lyrics on the pavers of the cloister.

  • Clos Henri Vineyard

    Blenheim

    French winemaking meets Marlborough terroir with très bon results. The cellar door is housed in a beautifully restored wooden church.

  • Spy Valley Wines

    Blenheim

    Stylish, edgy architecture features at this espionage-themed winery with drops in the top echelons. Memorable merchandise.

  • Omaka Classic Cars

    Blenheim

    Opposite the Aviation Heritage Centre is this collection of more than 100 restored cars dating from the 1950s to the '80s.

  • Wairau River

    Blenheim

    Carbon-neutral family estate with some of Marlborough’s oldest vines. Relaxing gardens and a classy cellar door.

  • Huia

    Blenheim

    Sustainable, small-scale family winemaking and a personable cellar-door experience. Delectable dry-style gewürztraminer.

  • Forrest

    Blenheim

    Doctor-owners produce and prescribe a range of fine vinous medicines, including some mood-altering riesling.

  • Bladen

    Blenheim

    Bijou family winery that’s big on charm.

  • Auntsfield Estate

    Blenheim

    Quality handcrafted wines from this historic and picturesque vineyard at the foot of the hills. Tours available by arrangement (per person $20, minimum…

  • Gibson Bridge

    Blenheim

    Pinot gris specialists with a grandiose cellar door in a minuscule space.

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