Why go
- City in British Columbia, Canada.
- 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Kokanee Creek Old Growth Trail.
- 1 hand-picked place to stay.
- Served by Nelson Airport.
- Home to roughly 12,346 people.
History
Nelson is a city in British Columbia, Canada. The city serves as the seat of the Regional District of Central Kootenay. It is represented in the provincial legislature by the riding of Nelson-Creston and in the Parliament of Canada by the riding of Columbia-Kootenay-Southern Rockies. The city contains numerous heritage buildings constructed during the regional silver rush of 1886. Along with Castlegar and Trail, Nelson is one of three cities forming the commercial and population centers of the West Kootenay region.
Must-see attractions
Where to stay
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 2 direct destinations
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Nelson Airport. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Nelson, BC. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.