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Picton

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Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

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 walkable area.

Picton Ferry Terminal
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 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
Picton War Memorial which includes heritage architecture and a sunset

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

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

Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

฿1,607
per adult
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise
CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

฿2,445
per adult
CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours
Seafood Odyssea Cruise in Marlborough Sounds

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

฿3,403
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

฿2,646
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
E-Ko at the Beach

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

฿3,176
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

฿2,004
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
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Top hotels in Waikawa

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is ฿3,044 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
฿3,044
฿3,501 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews)
The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is ฿1,384 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿1,384
฿1,592 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Picton Foreshore are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (153 reviews)
Friendly staff, nice communal area and good location

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is ฿2,973 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
฿2,973
฿3,419 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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)
Very accommodating of our late arrival from the ferry. The room was a good size and had a super comfy bed. The staff were all very welcoming, polite & helpful. Great location right in town. We would happily stay again.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is ฿2,914 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
฿2,914
฿3,352 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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! (966 reviews)
Great staff and location

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿4,048 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
฿4,048
฿4,655 total
21 Mar - 22 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
Very convenient for ferry port and railway station. Clean. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

2 out of 5
3a Nelson Square Picton
The price is ฿1,239 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿1,239
฿1,424 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Picton. Enjoy free parking, a free ferry terminal shuttle and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (372 reviews)
Friendly staff

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
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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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