Blenheim
(population 28.000)Blenheim makes concerning its landscape a surprising contrast with the more northern part of Marlborough region, the sounds. Blenheim itself grew around a swamp; this causes the flatness of the town. From the town you see on a clear day the mountains southwest of it and the mountains north (Marlborough Sounds) of it, together with the flatness of the city you will witness the variety of landscapes within the country. The city itself has some beautiful gardens and a thriving café and restaurant scene. Finally Blenheim is the best gateway (together with Renwick) for visiting Marlborough’s vineyards.
Culture and Entertainment
Cultural buildings or places
Riverlands Cob Cottage
This is one of the oldest Cob buildings remained in Marlborough region. Marlborough Historical Society owns it. The traditional interior can be viewed as well.
Galleries
Millenium Art Gallery
This public art gallery offers a variety of curated exhibitions of regional and national artists. The gallery has a small shop in which you can buy local art and craft and some magazines concerning this topic.
Museums
Aviation Heritage Centre
Here a collection of heritage aircrafts and aviation History is displayed. It consists interactive exhibitions, historical recreations and aviation in relation to WW1.
Brayshaw Museum Park
This is a museum consisting of some acres of attractive parkland. On this land you will come across some of Marlborough's heritage organization like the Vintage Farm, Blenheim Riverside Railway and Woodworkers’ Guild.
Marlborough Traders Coffee Bean Café
This museum features suburb antiques, quality furniture, china and collectables.