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 quaint 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
Depart Picton: Marlborough Sounds Afternoon Seafood Cruise
Bird Watching and Dolphin Eco-Tour to Blumine Island
Top hotels in Waikawa
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
The quietness of the location
Reviewed on 20 Jun, 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 17 Nov, 2025
Beachside Sunnyvale Motel
Fully equipped for cooking and dining. Great feel, felt like home.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
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 6 Dec, 2025
Carnmore Chateau Marlborough
Nice hotel, very good especially for the price
Reviewed on 28 Dec, 2025
The Boathouse Lodge
Great place to stay. Well equipped kitchen. Hot showers. Clean rooms. Real coffee too. Will be back.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 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.
