Waikawa Travel Guide
Picton

Popular places to visit

Picton Foreshore
Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

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

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.
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.
Lookout
Find out about the history of Picton when you spend time at Lookout. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Picton Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Top hotels in Waikawa

Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
"Very clean but dated decor but then that's reflected in the price"
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
"Just a stunning location. Well maintained property, just a short walk to the marina, and drive into Picton."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
"We recently had a 2-night stay in a Superior Studio at the Carnmore Chateau . We found the facilities to be superb. There was ample off-street parking space. Our room and adjoining bathroom were both large, spotlessly clean, and very well appointed, and a modern heat pump provided us with a warm, ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
"Good room and price. The property is noisy with a bar close by but ok after 11pm at night"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
"Beautiful clean and tidy room, great amenities, easy off street parking and close to the very centre of Picton, great price too for a 1 night stay, excellent all round."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Harbour View Motel
"Great view, handy location."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa

Waikawa Bay
Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.


