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Popular places to visit

Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

Picton Ferry Terminal

4/5(31 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this quaint area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
Picton Foreshore

Picton Foreshore

5/5(14 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Foreshore
Edwin Fox Museum

Edwin Fox Museum

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the ship that has sailed through the major stages of the Commonwealth’s global history, from the East Indies to the West and finally all the way south to Picton.

Edwin Fox Museum
Picton War Memorial

Picton War Memorial

Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.

Picton War Memorial

Waikawa Marina

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Waikawa Marina. Discover the cafes in this walkable area or seek out the sailing opportunities.

Waikawa Marina

Nelson Square

You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Nelson Square

Things to do

Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

€69
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

€52
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

€89
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

€54
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

€89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Picton and Marlborough Sounds: Seafood Odyssea Cruise

Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise

€93
per adult
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
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Top hotels in Waikawa

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is €84 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
€84
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (112 reviews)
Very nice spot to stay.

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is €80 per night from 1 May to 2 May
€80
1 May - 2 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
Superb position right on the waterfront in private North-facing section. Views of the bay and ridges on beach side. Lots of birds & birdsong. Immaculately clean, well-maintained and well-equipped.

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Waikawa Marlborough
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Picton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (10 reviews)
Great amenities for our party of six. Close enough to town. We were very comfortable

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

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Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home

Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home

Picton Marlborough
Stay at this holiday home in Picton. Enjoy a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
We loved the location, was perfect for what we wanted to do. The view from the deck was fantastic and we had great weather which was an icing on the cake Overall very pleased with this house.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

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Picturesque Waikawa - Picton Holiday Home
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is €43 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
€43
28 Apr - 29 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Foreshore and Picton Museum are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (200 reviews)
Great customer service, clean rooms, breakfast option good.

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is €62 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
€62
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa

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Waikawa Bay

5/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa Bay

Waikawa

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