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.
Picton Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum during your travels in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Marlborough Sounds Greenshell Mussel Tasting Cruise
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour
Top hotels in Waikawa
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
The quietness of the location
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2025
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
everything was perfect; however I wish it were possible to watch tv in bed. I understand why the room is set up the way it is, but putting the tv on a swing arm would make it even better.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
I had an amazing stay here during my five-week Oceania trip. My first night was unexpected—I needed an ambulance to the local hospital after a fall on the ferry—but the staff at Bay Vista were incredibly attentive throughout the whole ordeal. They checked on me during the ambulance visit and followed ...
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Wilkes Way Villa
Heather gave us a very warm welcome. Beautiful property, spotlessly clean and so very comfortable with everything you could ask for and more. One of the best places we have ever stayed in.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Clean room, Professional staff - from the front desk to the restaurant, excellent service.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
The Boathouse Lodge
Very relaxing.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
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.
