If you’re after a day-trip destination, we’ve got some ideas. Sitting 16 miles away, Nelson is worth hopping in the car for. Trafalgar Park, Christ Church Cathedral and Tahunanui Beach Reserve alone make the drive out worthwhile. Situated 25 miles away, Richmond is another popular tourist destination. If you swing by, make sure you check out Richmond Mall, Greenmeadows Park and World of Wearable Art and Collectable Cars.