Waikawa
Picton
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.
Picton Foreshore
Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint 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 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
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Top hotels in Waikawa
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Excellent location. Amazing views.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Very nice spot to stay.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
The Boathouse Lodge
very close to everything.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Nice soft bed.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Picton Accommodation Gateway Motel
Excellent had all we needed
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Picton Beachcomber Inn
The room I was allocated was comfortable, clean. It has balcony (not private but I did not mind as chatted with neighbours with side view to the water. Room was also spacious. I like that it has plates and cutlery. The hotel is a very walking distance to the water ferries to Queen Charlotte ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waikawa
Waikawa Bay
Travelers like the mountain views in Waikawa Bay, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.
