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Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

Picton Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(64 reviews)

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 coastal town, mountains and aircraft

Edwin Fox Museum

4/5(1 review)

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 featuring boating, a bay or harbor and a sunset

Picton Foreshore

4.5/5(4 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 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

4.5/5(16 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

5/5(3 reviews)

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

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

￥12,070
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

￥16,776
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

￥7,922
per adult
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise
Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

￥13,048
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Fun Fully Guided Adventure

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

￥15,658
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise
Sauvignon Blanc with bowl of fresh Greenshell Mussels

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

￥16,776
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
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Waikawa Hotel Deals

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is ￥13,986 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
￥13,986
￥16,266 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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 Jan 30, 2026

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!

Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!

Waikawa Bay Waikawa
Stay at this vacation home in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Victoria Domain are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (82 reviews)
The pictures of the property don’t do justice to how beautiful and peaceful the setting is. Everything about the property oozes charm and warmth. We loved our stay here.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!
Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home

Waikawa Marlborough
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Picton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Picton Ferry ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
Great place to stay, so comfortable and great for extended family. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025

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Tirohanga Wai - Waikawa Holiday Home
Just 3 minutes walk from the marina this Family getaway also has a Games room!

Just 3 minutes walk from the marina this Family getaway also has a Games room!

Waikawa Marlborough
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Didnt see the host but thoroughly enjoyed our stay

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

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Just 3 minutes walk from the marina this Family getaway also has a Games room!
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is ￥7,336 per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
￥7,336
￥8,488 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, 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 Feb 23, 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is ￥14,292 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
￥14,292
￥16,549 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Room almost new and very clean. Helpful staff and good dinner

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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Waikawa Bay

5/5(5 area reviews)

Travelers 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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