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.
Nelson Square
You can learn about the history of Picton with a visit to Nelson Square. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.
Things to do
Seafood Odyssea Marlborough Sounds Cruise from Picton
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise
Waikawa Hotel Deals
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
The room was spotless as were all the ammenities. Very welcoming staff.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
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
Birdsong, bush walks, biking and boating!
Great place to stay. accommodation and rooms were very good. Very quiet relaxing mornings.
Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025
Just 3 minutes walk from the marina this Family getaway also has a Games room!
Didnt see the host but thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Modern, clean, but no microwave.
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
The Boathouse Lodge
Place was so convenient for the ferry, it looks new compared to the other backpackers hostel across the road which is grubby Nicky was so helpful Inside the walls are new , carpet new and cleaned and the kitchen great, marvellous sitting lounge TV room too
Reviewed on Feb 5, 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.
