Marlborough's Brilliant Backyard
The Official Marlborough Photo Guide
Looking for brilliant spots to take the perfect shot? We've scoured Instagram and pulled together the top 25 highlighted spots across the Marlborough region. Check them out here!
Escape for a break, right here in Marlborough
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Lock in your next staycation and holiday in Marlborough - whether you're looking for an all inclusive getaway, a play and stay package or an eat and adventure - check out whats on offer here
Brilliant upcoming events
Summer Sounds Music Festival
Saturday 15 January, 2022
Summer Sounds Music Festival. Head to the ‘gateway to the Marlborough Sounds’ to catch some of the coolest beats in NZ this Summer. Proudly showcasing the amazing White Chapel Jak as well as fantastic local musicians.
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Vinyl in the Vines
Sunday 23 January, 2022
Catalina Sounds presents Vinyl in The Vines at Sound of White Vineyard. Spend the afternoon at the picturesque Sound of White Vineyard in Waihopai Valley surrounded by the great beats, wines, food & people.
@Photo credit Jim Tannock
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South Island Cheese Festival
Saturday 5 February, 2022
The South Island Cheese Fest is back and better than ever! Held at the beautiful Clos Henri Vineyard. Join them for a family friendly day filled celebrating NZ cheese from all over the nation, explore your taste buds, broaden your cheese palate and enjoy the large variety of flavours.
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Crusaders v Hurricanes
Thursday 11 February, 2022
Having opened their season a week earlier against the Highlanders, the Crusaders will be ready to take on their ‘across the strait’ rivals, the Hurricanes, in their second pre-season fixture!
Stay the weekend and explore what Marlborough has to offer.
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Take a day trip in your brilliant backyard!
Using this website, you can explore things to do, then begin planning your trip. Use the 'My Trip' function, that allows you to explore activities, accommodation, transport and where to eat or drink, then add your preferences to your own planner by simply clicking '+ add to my trip' on the listing.
Adventure through the Kenepuru Sounds, Pelorus River and Havelock
Sail, hike, kayak or cruise through Picton and the Marlborough Sounds
Discover more in Blenheim, Renwick and the Wairau
Explore the Awatere and Pacific Coastline
We have some brilliant people in Marlborough! Let them tell you why you should visit, as their personalities shine through in the clip below
Leave a brilliant review
Did you have an outstanding dinner at a local restaurant? Were you transported around on a wine tour? A visit to the Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre that you haven't been able to stop talking about? Browse Marlborough operators, give them a quick search on Google Reviews, Facebook or TripAdvisor and let everybody know about your brilliant experience
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Share your brilliant moments in Marlborough
Share your favourite spots, viewpoints, memories, adventures or moments of serenity in Marlborough on social media, and use hashtags #MarlboroughNZ and #BrilliantEveryDay so we can all share in your moments - plus, you'll appear on the feed below, and we may even ask to repost on our instagram or facebook.