Waikawa

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Popular places to visit

Picton and Marina Panorama in Early Morning, Summer.

Picton Ferry Terminal

4/5(31 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 aircraft, mountains and forest scenes

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 which includes boating, sailing and a bay or harbor

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 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(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

Things to do

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

RM308
per adult
CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours
Delivery from mail boat postie skipper

Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise

RM333
per adult
Full Day Iconic Mail Boat Cruise
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise

RM202
per adult
Picton Shore Excursion: Queen Charlotte Sounds Cruise
Seafood Odyssea Cruise in Marlborough Sounds

Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton

RM428
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Cougar Line Jetty Arrival Cruise Boat

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

RM261
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Sauvignon Blanc with bowl of fresh Greenshell Mussels

Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise

RM428
per adult
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
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Top hotels in Waikawa

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
5 Waimarama Street Picton
The price is RM380 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
RM380
RM437 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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 30 Jan 2026

Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
The Boathouse Lodge

The Boathouse Lodge

2 out of 5
9 Auckland St Picton Marlborough
The price is RM173 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
RM173
RM199 total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Picton. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi 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 23 Feb 2026

The Boathouse Lodge
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough

5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets Blenheim
The price is RM417 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
RM417
RM479 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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)
Everything was nice and clean

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel

4 out of 5
32 High Street (Main Street) Picton
The price is RM364 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
RM364
RM418 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
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! (966 reviews)
Great staff and location

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Picton Beachcomber Inn

Picton Beachcomber Inn

3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road Picton
The price is RM508 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
RM508
RM584 total
21 Mar - 22 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
Very convenient for ferry port and railway station. Clean. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Picton Beachcomber Inn
Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers

2 out of 5
3a Nelson Square Picton
The price is RM155 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
RM155
RM178 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Picton. Enjoy free parking, a free ferry terminal shuttle and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (371 reviews)
Friendly staff

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Sequoia Lodge & Backpackers
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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

Waikawa