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Popular places to visit

Picton Ferry Terminal

Picton Ferry Terminal

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 showing a bay or harbour, a sunset and sailing

Picton Foreshore

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 which includes a bay or harbour, forest scenes and mountains

Edwin Fox Museum

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

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

Edwin Fox

You can learn about the history of Picton with a trip to Edwin Fox. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Edwin Fox

Things to do

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

฿2,315
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton
E-Ko at the Beach

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

฿3,067
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

฿2,353
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise
Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

฿2,044
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
Amazing Ships Cove Queen Charlotte Track Start

Queen Charlotte Track Ultimate 1 day Guided Captain Cook

฿3,838
per adult
Queen Charlotte Track Ultimate 1 day Guided Captain Cook
Ultimate Kupes Trail Walk -only 5km . The BEST part of Queen Charlotte Track and Motuara Island and Gourmet Meal - provided at the End - Just Carry a Day bag and Camera :-) All Inclusive Price

1-Day Cruise in Queen Charlotte Track & Kupes Trail Walk

฿3,838
per adult
1-Day Cruise in Queen Charlotte Track & Kupes Trail Walk
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Top hotels in Waikawa

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road, Picton, Marlborough
The price is ฿2,232 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿2,232
฿2,566 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
"Travelling in winter, do not get there late in the day. Despite being a port, nothing was open for groceries or dinner when we arrived."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is ฿2,951 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿2,951
฿3,393 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (102 reviews)
"The motel was in a gorgeous location, with views of the bay out front. The rooms were so comfortable and clean, it felt like home away from home. Our host, Tomoko, was also very kind and friendly. Thank you for a lovely stay!"

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
5 Waimarama Street, Picton
Stay at this holiday park in Picton. Enjoy free parking, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
"The quietness of the location"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

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Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
Wilkes Way Villa

Wilkes Way Villa

3.5 out of 5
7 Wilkes Way, Picton
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Nice spacious property. Very clean. Property surroundings were clean and inviting. Beautiful views. Overall a great stay at this place"

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2025

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Wilkes Way Villa
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,281 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿2,281
฿2,624 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and convenient place. Location is perfect. Definitely will be back soon."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is ฿1,984 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿1,984
฿2,281 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beds were very comfortable. Nice little patio area. Very clean. Well located."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Picton Beachcomber Inn
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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

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