Waikawa Bay
Picton
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Popular places to visit

Picton Ferry Terminal
Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Picton Ferry Terminal. You'll find more to see and do in this walkable area.

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.

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.
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.
Waitohi Recreational Reserve
Enjoy an outing to Waitohi Recreational Reserve during your stay in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
Top hotels in Waikawa Bay

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Clean room , great shared room and toilets and showers Great place to meet people
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Very accommodating of our late arrival from the ferry. The room was a good size and had a super comfy bed. The staff were all very welcoming, polite & helpful. Great location right in town. We would happily stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Great staff and location
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
Very convenient for ferry port and railway station. Clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
The gentleman running Sequoia is quite nice. The room was comfortable (we had a private ensuite, note that hand soap is not provided). The kitchen is well equipped with lots of seating. We weren’t able to sit outside to eat our breakfast as there were a number of chain smokers sitting at the outside ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa Bay

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

