Blenheim is a beautiful town located within the desirable Marlborough region, meaning one of the best wine regions is at its doorstep, along with the incredible Marlborough Sounds. Landing at Blenheim Airport will be exciting; no matter where you’re journeying from, your holiday here will be picturesque from start to finish.
The South Island is renowned for its diverse landscape. With alpine terrain, rugged mountains and coastline, and glacial lakes garnering interest worldwide, this little pocket of sunshine in the upper north side of the South Island is a welcome paradise. It’s one of the sunniest towns in New Zealand, with an estimated 2,438 hours of sunshine each year. And with the mountains that surround the town packing the heat in, this area boasts some of the warmest temperatures in New Zealand. A perfect spot for a relaxing and well-deserved holiday.
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Blenheim is located in the heart of the Marlborough wine region, meaning there is a heavy importance placed on freshly grown produce in and around the town itself.
You’ll have a never-ending choice of food and drink during your stay here. Drive through the town and select the place that most suits your fancy; with artisan food shops, bars, restaurants, and markets throughout the town, it’s a food lover's dream. If you’re in town, a must-do activity is a visit to the Marlborough Farmers Market. The market is held every Sunday, and was the first of its kind in New Zealand. It’s a great place to buy fresh and local produce from local sellers in the town.
Get a slice of history at the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre. It’s a short drive from the city centre, so hop into your Hertz rental car and make your way there. The exhibitions here are mind blowing - thanks to Wellington's Weta Workshop team, World War One and its history come to life. You might recognise this name - they’re the masterminds behind many of the ‘Lord of the Rings’ costumes and props and the creative geniuses in one of the most popular exhibitions at Te Papa Tongarewa in Wellington.
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The draw of Marlborough entices many travellers to the towns in the region. Like Blenheim, each town is picture-perfect, but the surroundings are awe-inspiring, and it is well worth taking the time to explore them.
Perhaps drive across to Picton, just a 20-minute drive from Blenheim city centre. Picton boasts one of the world’s best waterfront views of the magnificent Marlborough Sounds. With ever-changing scenic colours, the marina here is nothing short of spectacular and is a fine place for seafood lovers due to its proximity to the deep blue.
While in Picton, head out on a boat tour of Marlborough Sounds. Made up of four sounds, Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru, Pelorus, and Mahau, they make up a vast 1,500 kilometres of New Zealand coastline. With diverse wildlife in its waters, you could spot anything from an orca to a humpback whale. It’s one of the finest waterways on earth.
And, of course, we can’t forget the wine. The Marlborough wine region is world-famous and with good reason. The production of Sauvignon Blanc is one of the largest in the world ,and makes up ninety per cent of the entire New Zealand wine production. Taste your way through the region at some of the world’s best wineries, with over 30 to choose from, you’ll have a lovely day from start to finish. Of course, enjoy your wine, but have a dedicated driver to take you home at the end of the day.
Blenheim is a special town indeed, so it’s no wonder you’re considering coming here for a holiday. With the Marlborough region at its doorstep, and a plethora of activities to do while staying here, Blenheim will be a town you won’t forget in a hurry. Make the most of your trip here and quickly get from place to place with a Hertz rental car from Blenheim Airport.
