Things to Do in Blenheim
Things to see and do in Blenheim, Blenheim highlights, Blenheim activities and attractions, and points of interest in Blenheim - the Jasons Blenheim Things to Do Guide is your complete guide to sightseeing in Blenheim.
- Wineries
Blenheim's big attraction is its wineries, and no visit is complete without a trip to the vineyards — either to sample or buy, or to dine at one of the vineyard restaurants. The Blenheim region is famous for its chardonnays, rieslings and floral sauvignon blancs. Tour possibilities range from a self-guided drive to a coach and horse ride around the region's many vineyards and art studios.
- Prenzel Distillery
Located on Sheffield Street south-east of Blenheim, the distillery specialises in fruit wines, brandies, schnapps and liqueurs.
- Millennium Art Gallery
The best of local, national and international arts just a few minutes stroll from Blenheim's town centre.
- The Forum
A compact shopping heart in Blenheim with an open market place atmosphere.
- Pollard Park and Waterlea Gardens
With a year-round floral display, Pollard Park has gardens, a playground, fitness trail, tennis courts, a nine-hole golf course and croquet greens.
- Marlborough Sports & Events Centre
A national event centre at Blenheim with indoor and outdoor pools, squash courts, gymnasium, rock climbing wall and indoor sports centre.
- Blenheim Riverside Railway
The Blenheim Riverside Railway is a scenic A 45-minute, 9km train trip. A must for rail enthusiasts.
- Brayshaw Museum Park
A reconstructed colonial village 2.5km south of Blenheim offering historic buildings, miniature railway and a world-renowned vintage farm machinery collection.
- Wither Hills Farm Park
A network of wilderness trails through a working farm park on the outskirts of Blenheim, incorporating the Mount Vernon Loop mountain bike trail (1.5hr).
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