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Popular places to visit

Picton Foreshore

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

Picton War Memorial

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

Picton War Memorial
Edwin Fox Museum

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

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

Lookout

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

Lookout

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

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 Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is ฿2,231 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
฿2,231
฿2,566 total
11 Jun - 12 Jun
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
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel

3.5 out of 5
384 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿2,355 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
฿2,355
฿2,709 total
4 Jul - 5 Jul
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
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is ฿2,361 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿2,361
฿2,715 total
16 Jun - 17 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location and very attentive staff. Good food and beverage on-site."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿2,009 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
฿2,009
฿3,622 total
18 Jun - 19 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Ideal location in central Picton, with lovely view over the harbour, easy walk to choice of restaurants Comfortable bed and good quality linen . Picton is indeed a gem ."

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

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Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

4.5 out of 5
30 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿2,065 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
฿2,065
฿2,375 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Picton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great view, handy location."

Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Harbour View Motel
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿1,801 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
฿1,801
฿2,071 total
9 Jun - 10 Jun
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)
"Everything is Good"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
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