Waikawa Bay Travel Guide

Picton

Popular places to visit

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 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
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

Picton Museum

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Museum

Lookout

Find out about the history of Picton when you spend time at Lookout. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Lookout

Things to do

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

฿3,469
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

฿2,794
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

฿3,237
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

฿2,312
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

฿2,120
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Native Birds up close

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island

฿4,201
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island
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Top hotels in Waikawa Bay

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿2,652 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿2,652
฿3,050 total
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Waikawa Marina and Victoria Domain are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (113 reviews)
"Very clean but dated decor but then that's reflected in the price"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 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 ฿2,326 per night from 28 May to 29 May
฿2,326
฿2,675 total
28 May - 29 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Waikawa Marina and Victoria Domain are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (172 reviews)
"Just a stunning location. Well maintained property, just a short walk to the marina, and drive into Picton."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is ฿2,373 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿2,373
฿2,729 total
31 May - 1 Jun
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Wonderful weekend stay. Very central and staff were friendly and helpful. Rooms were spacious and clean. Really enjoyed my stay and would stay again."

Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿1,869 per night from 26 May to 27 May
฿1,869
฿2,150 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Spacious room, fantastic views and easy walk into town"

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is ฿1,481 per night from 27 May to 28 May
฿1,481
฿1,703 total
27 May - 28 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Picton ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good room and price. The property is noisy with a bar close by but ok after 11pm at night"

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
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3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿1,782 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
฿1,782
฿2,049 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Convenient to ferry."

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

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

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