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Picton

Popular places to visit

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
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

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

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

Lookout

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

Lookout

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

Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

Rp1.485.454
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

Rp1.844.011
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

Rp1.844.011
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

Rp1.721.077
per adult
Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Rp1.229.341
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
Native Birds up close

Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island

Rp2.233.303
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island
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Top hotels in Waikawa Bay

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton

3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road Picton Marlborough
The price is Rp1.350.150 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
Rp1.350.150
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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 Rp1.556.811 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
Rp1.556.811
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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 Rp1.329.633 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
Rp1.329.633
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Bit of an inquisition at checkin with all the info they want but wasn't painful. Also noted that the very dated EV charger is not suitable for most EVs so don't expect to be able to use it in anything but maybe a Nissan leaf."

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
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3.5 out of 5
25 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is Rp1.131.771 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp1.131.771
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place to stay."

Reviewed on 24 May 2026

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Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

4.5 out of 5
30 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is Rp1.345.462 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
Rp1.345.462
per night
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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 Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp921.730 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
Rp921.730
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
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! (1,001 reviews)
"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 Accommodation Gateway Motel
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