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

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
Top hotels in Waikawa

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

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

Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!

Peaceful quiet environment; 6 minutes to Picton; close to marinas; pet friendly.

Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
"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

Edit Picton
"Nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 24 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.
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