Waikawa Bay Travel Guide

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Picton Ferry Terminal

4.5/5(326 reviews)

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 Ferry Terminal
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Picton Foreshore

4.5/5(190 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Picton Foreshore, a lovely green space in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Foreshore
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Edwin Fox Museum

4/5(27 reviews)

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.

Edwin Fox Museum
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Picton War Memorial

4/5(2 reviews)

Pay your respects to Picton’s fallen servicemen at this moving war memorial that overlooks Queen Charlotte Sound.

Picton War Memorial
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Waikawa Marina

4.5/5(145 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Picton with a trip to Waikawa Marina. Discover the cafes in this walkable area or seek out the sailing opportunities.

Waikawa Marina
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Picton Museum

4.5/5(21 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Picton Museum in Picton. Wander the waterfront in this quaint area.

Picton Museum

Activities

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Private Yacht Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand

AU$6,056
Per adult
Private Yacht Cruise in the Marlborough Sounds New Zealand
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Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

AU$89
Per adult
Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton
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1-Day Cruise in Queen Charlotte Track & Kupes Trail Walk

AU$182
Per adult
1-Day Cruise in Queen Charlotte Track & Kupes Trail Walk
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Half-Day Guided Sea Kayaking Tour from Anakiwa

AU$102
Per adult
Half-Day Guided Sea Kayaking Tour from Anakiwa
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Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

AU$104
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise
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Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

AU$89
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton
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Our pick of the best Waikawa Bay Hotel Deals

Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park
Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park
2 out of 5
78 Grove Road, Blenheim
Fully refundable
The price is AU$83 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$83
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this motel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions ASB Theatre Marlborough and Millennium Art Gallery are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (346 reviews)
"Nice property"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
2.5 out of 5
5 Waimarama Street, Picton
Stay at this holiday park in Picton. Enjoy free parking, WiFi, and a garden. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are located nearby. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (127 reviews)
"Everything about this place was awesome from booking to leaving. The staff were lovely"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

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Waikawa Bay Holiday Park
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
3 out of 5
303 Waikawa Road, Picton, Marlborough
The price is AU$141 per night from 2 May to 3 May
AU$141
per night
2 May - 3 May
Stay at this 3-star beach motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach. Popular attractions Picton Ferry Terminal and Waikawa Marina are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (142 reviews)
"The room was excellent, nice size. Views are excellent and bathroom had hot shower with good pressure. The host Rachel was lovely and went above and beyond to be helpful. Really recommend this spot!"

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Bay Vista Waterfront Motel Picton
Chateau Marlborough Hotel
Chateau Marlborough Hotel
5 out of 5
Cnr High and Henry Streets, Blenheim
The price is AU$116 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$116
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blenheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Seymour Square and Millennium Art Gallery ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Recommended for all. Lovely friendly locations Close to all facilities"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

Chateau Marlborough Hotel
Harbour View Motel
Harbour View Motel
4.5 out of 5
30 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is AU$136 per night from 16 May to 17 May
AU$136
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this 4.5-star motel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (812 reviews)
"The property was immaculate, room was quite spacious and had a great view of the harbour. Three minute walk to shops, cafes, restaurants, etc. Recommend this property."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Harbour View Motel
Picton Beachcomber Inn
Picton Beachcomber Inn
3 out of 5
27 Waikawa Road, Picton
The price is AU$142 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$142
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Picton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (883 reviews)
"Great location easy walking to main streets and wharf"

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

Picton Beachcomber Inn
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Waikawa

Travellers like the mountain views in Waikawa, and Waikawa Marina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Waikawa

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