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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

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

Things to do

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

฿3,378
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

฿2,627
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

฿3,176
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds 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
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

฿2,064
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Marlborough Sounds Day Visit to Lochmara

Marlborough Sounds Day Visit to Lochmara

฿1,783
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Day Visit to Lochmara
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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 ฿2,792 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
฿2,792
฿3,211 total
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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 ฿2,634 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
฿2,634
฿3,030 total
30 Apr - 1 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! (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
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is ฿2,687 per night from 3 May to 4 May
฿2,687
฿3,090 total
3 May - 4 May
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! (1,002 reviews)
Spacious and comfortable

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is ฿1,408 per night from 11 May to 12 May
฿1,408
฿1,619 total
11 May - 12 May
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! (206 reviews)
Kitchen was well stocked its a shame that others staying didnt clean there dishes and left them.dirty in the sunk rm 10/11

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is ฿2,075 per night from 1 May to 2 May
฿2,075
฿2,386 total
1 May - 2 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! (992 reviews)
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Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is ฿2,223 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
฿2,223
฿2,556 total
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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)
Excellent stay the harbour view was amazing highly recommend this property and worth getting a room with a harbour view

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

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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