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Picton, New Zealand

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Picton, New Zealand is a charming coastal town nestled in the heart of the stunning Marlborough Sounds. With its picturesque harbor, vibrant arts scene, and delicious seafood, Picton is a must-visit destination for any traveler seeking adventure and relaxation. Explore the surrounding vineyards, hike the stunning Queen Charlotte Track, and soak in the laid-back Kiwi vibes.

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Culture4.5/5

Edwin Fox Maritime Museum

Picton’s maritime museum centers on the Edwin Fox, a wooden ship built in 1853 and preserved in its altered state. Its hull is preserved without restoration, with later alterations still visible.

Landmark4.8/5

E-Ko Tours

Nestled in the charming town of Picton, E-Ko Tours whisk you away on unforgettable eco-adventures! Explore stunning landscapes, lush forests, and marine wonders with friendly guides. From scenic hikes to boat trips, every outing is a thrilling journey. Swing by their cozy base at 1 Wellington Street to book your next escapade and dive into Kiwi nature! 🌿🚣‍♂️

Landmark4.6/5

Picton isite Visitor Information Centre

Landmark4.7/5

Picton Memorial Park

Landmark

High Street

Welcome to High Street in Picton, New Zealand! This vibrant hub is a delightful mix of charming cafés, quirky shops, and stunning maritime views. Stroll along the waterfront, grab a coffee to fuel your adventure, and soak in the lively atmosphere. Perfect for a leisurely day, High Street is the gateway to exploring the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds!

Landmark4.5/5

Picton Harbour

Welcome to Picton Harbour, Marlborough, New Zealand! This charming little haven is an absolute gem for all explorers out there. Boasting crystal-clear azure waters and surrounded by stunning mountains, this harbor is a dream come true for water sports enthusiasts. Hop on a kayak, go on a thrilling jet ski adventure, or simply unwind while gazing at the picturesque landscape. Truly a paradise for adventurers and relaxation seekers alike!

Eat$$4.7/5

Toastie Lords - Picton

This Picton toastie shop makes each sandwich to order from a short menu. The tuna, jalapeño and cheese melt comes out warm, crisp and cheesy.

Eat$$$4/5

Cortado Restaurant & Bar

Eat$$3.9/5

Le Café

Eat$$$4.4/5

Oxley's Bar & Kitchen

Eat$$$4.4/5

The Barn Bar & Grill

Eat$$$4.5/5

Picton Village Bakery

Stays

Stay$$$$4.45/5

Broadway Motel

Situated on a hillside in central Picton, Broadway Motel is a 7-minute walk from the InterIslander Ferry Terminal. Picton Railway Station, shops, cafés and bars are all less than 500 metres away. The Broadway Picton provides fully self-contained, clean, spacious accommodation that includes air conditioning and All sky tv channels. Unlimited free wi-fi available. All the Executive Units include private balconies or courtyards with views over the surrounding hills and private gardens. The barbecue area is the perfect place to relax with friends. Laundry facilities and free off-street parking are available to all guests. There is a skateboard park right across the street and skateboards are available for children to use.

Stay$$$4.2/5

Harbour View Motel

Offering free WiFi and stunning views of the harbour and surrounding landscape, Harbour View Motel is located on the Picton Waterfront, on New Zealand's South Island. The spacious studios and apartments at Harbour View feature a fully equipped kitchen or a kitchenette. The living areas offer a flat-screen satellite TV with freeview channels and Online apps such as youtube. Some offer a balcony or patio. A washing machine and dryer are available on-site in the communal laundry. Harbour View Motel is situated 500 metres from restaurants, cafes and pubs in Picton’s town centre. It is approximately 10 minutes’ walk from the Picton Ferry Terminal where guests can find water taxis, the Interisland Ferry and frequent buses. Please note that there is a 2.5% charge when you pay with a credit card. Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation. Please note that the room named "Studio offsite parking" does not offer an onsite car parking space, harbor views, cooking facilities, or a food preparation area. It has street parking in front of the motel with no charges. The rest of the rooms, such as the queen studio, twin studio, and deluxe studio, offer free onsite car parking and a harbor view.

Stay$$$$4.05/5

Escape To Picton Boutique Hotel, Restaurant & Wine Bar

Escape To Picton Boutique Hotel in Picton offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, sea views, and modern amenities. Each room includes a work desk, soundproofing, and free WiFi. The hotel features a family-friendly restaurant serving European cuisine with vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Guests can also enjoy a bar, coffee shop, and outdoor seating area. Located 34 km from Marlborough Airport, the hotel is a 2-minute walk from Picton Memorial Park Beach. Nearby attractions include Picton Marina and Picton Museum. The hotel provides a paid shuttle service, lounge, concierge, and tour desk. Additional amenities include a hot tub, sauna, and free bicycles.

Stay$3.6/5

Sequoia Lodge Backpackers - BBH

Featuring an outdoor hot tub, refurbished modern kitchen, cinema-style TV room, and shared dining and living room areas, Sequoia Lodge offers free WiFi, free bikes and free chocolate pudding. Situated in the centre of Picton but a 15-minute walk from the noise of the Interislander Ferry Terminal, Sequoia Lodge Picton offers free transfers to and from the ferry terminal. Relax outside in a hammock or in the movie theatre with Netflix and DVD's. Laundry facilities, BBQ facilities and a tour desk are provided. Guests can stay in a private room with en suite bathroom, including bath towels and free toiletries. Dormitory rooms are also available, with female-only options for guests. Sequoia Lodge Backpackers is a 10-minute walk from the EcoWorld Aquarium and Edwin Fox Maritime Museum.

Stay4.5/5

Jasmine Court Motel Picton

Nestled in the heart of Picton, Jasmine Court Motel offers stunning views of the harbor and is renowned for its friendly hospitality, making it the ideal base for exploring New Zealand’s stunning Marlborough Sounds.

Stay4.3/5

Picton Beachcomber Inn

Stay3.6/5

Picton Yacht Club Hotel

Things To Do
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4.9/5
4 h

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on this 4 hour half day guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western end of the Queen Charlotte Sound with its sheltered coves, beautiful beaches, azure blue waters and lush native bush. Learn about the history of the area from your knowledgeable, relaxed and friendly guides.  On any given day, you have a good chance of seeing sting rays and eagle rays, a huge variety of sea birds including cormorants and sometimes little blue penguins, seals, huge starfish and if we are really lucky, even dolphins. We have small groups with 1 Guide per 8 people kayaking.

$69.81
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4.6/5
4 h

Marlborough Sounds Ultimate Cruise

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular scenery and wildlife. Visit Motuara Island and cruise the calm waters of the majestic Queen Charlotte Sound. Water, wilderness and wildlife. You will have the opportunity to see multiple species of wildlife, including rare sea birds, marine mammals and endangered land birds. Led by enthusiastic and fun Guides, you will be given the possibility of viewing five different species of dolphins, little blue penguins, seals, seabirds and land birds. Enjoy the only daily service fully-guided walk on Motuara Island, seeing and hearing the amazing bird life where Captain Cook planted the first flag and claimed New Zealand. The view is spectacular from the lookout all the way to the North Island. On the return enjoy complimentarily hot drinks and chocolate biscuits and in the afternoon tour local award-winning wine.

$101.23
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4.9/5

Half-Day Wine Tour from Picton

Enjoy an afternoon among the vines on this half-day wine tour from Picton. You will be collected and taken on a tour through the Marlborough wine region visiting approximately three to four wineries. A lunch stop is not included in this tour so it is advised that you have something to eat prior to joining the tour so you can enjoy tasting a range of stunning Marlborough wines. Flexibility is the key, and we will always do our best to include any requests you may have or let the experts select some fabulous wineries for you to visit for the afternoon.

$115.77
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4.7/5
4 h 30 mins

Motuara Wildlife Sanctuary Tour and Dolphin Cruise from Picton

The best experience in Marlborough. This tour offers an amazing, fully-guided experience wildlife. A small-group tour to view some of New Zealand’s spectacular wildlife. Visit Motuara Island and cruise the majestic Queen Charlotte sound. Water, wilderness and wildlife. You will have the opportunity to see multiple species of wildlife, including rare sea birds, marine mammals and endangered land birds. Led by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you will be given the possibility of viewing five different species of dolphins. Enjoy a fully-guided walk on Motuara Island, seeing and hearing the amazing bird life where Captain Cook planted the first flag and claimed New Zealand.

$101.23
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4.7/5
4 h

Queen Charlotte Sound Mail Boat Cruise

The Mail has been delivered by boat for over 150 years in the Queen Charlotte Sounds, we are the only official licensed New Zealand Post Rural Delivery Service by water in the Queen Charlotte Sound making this a truly unique tour! Come along on the Mail Boat Cruise and share the excitement of Mail Day as the skipper delivers the Rural post bags, groceries and freight to the residents that call the Queen Charlotte Sound waterways home. If time allows the Mail Boat Cruise will take a short stop at one of the brilliant locations within the Queen Charlotte waterways, you route will shown upon check in. Available to purchase for $6 in the office before you depart are Beachcomber Cruises keep cups, we no longer use single use cups on board our vessels due the huge environmental impact. Upon purchase of a Beachcomber Cruises keep cup guests can enjoy tea and coffee onboard for the duration of the tour.

$76.79
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4.4/5

Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Marlborough

This tour is one you design yourself. Use our timetable and descriptions of venues to decide where you want to hop off. Then when you're there, most venues have special discounts for you as a passenger on Hop on Hop off. If you’re not a drinker then there is still plenty on offer with a fantastic range of other activities such as museums, bike tours, chocolate shop, and amazing food to be sampled. • Get to your choice of some of Marlborough's best wineries safely and with ease • Great way to go wine tasting without a car or designated driver • Choice of a half-day afternoon or full-day ticket • Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences

$81.16
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4.8/5

Picton Wine & Scenic Adventure: VIP Cruise Excursion

The only Marlborough wine tour organized by a local winemaker we will tailor make this wine tour to perfection. Make the most of your short time in Marlborough. Visit 3-4 of the best wineries in the region. Enjoy an informative vineyard stroll, followed by a behind-the-scenes look at a New Zealand winery and capture the best behind-the-scenes winery photos. This tour is tailored to the needs of Cruise Ship passengers who may have different timing requirements to our standard daily tours. The tour usually departs at around 9.30am but flexible to suit your ships arrival time. You can relax knowing that we will return you safely and on time for your ship. This tour is for a maximum of 2 people. But the van holds 11 so For larger groups please contact us for a quote. Lunch is at own cost at the vineyard restaurant.

$930.84
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4.7/5
7 h

Self-Guided Queen Charlotte Track Walk from Picton

Explore the Marlborough Sounds on foot with one of the popular self-guided walks on the Queen Charlotte Track. Choose from three walks of varying length and challenge, with options that may include Ship Cove, Endeavor Inlet or Torea Bay. Round-trip boat service takes you to the start of your route and picks you up at the end. The day hikes offer a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Queen Charlotte Track within a shorter time frame. Please note that the return times to Picton and pick up times are on a set schedule, you will not return to Picton until between 5:30pm-6:00pm. Please advise us if you are visiting with a Cruise Ship as our boat timings may not get you back in time for the ships departure from Port.

$61.67
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4/5

CRUISE SHIP DAY Marlborough Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours

THIS IS A CRUISE SHIP ONLY TICKET. TRAVELERS WHO ARE NOT CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS, PLEASE RING US DIRECTLY FOR BOOKINGS! - Hop on and off at 25 popular Marlborough locations without having to drive yourself - Knowledgeable drivers provide all information, easy to use map and timetable - Enjoy the freedom of hopping on and hop off at as many destinations as you please - stay as long as you like! - See some of the best wineries, breweries, museums and much more! - An awesome idea for groups of friends, couples or singles alike Please note a child ticket is 12years and under.

$75.34
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4.5/5
3 h 30 mins

3.5 Hour Marlborough Sounds Delivery Cruise

Take a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at daily life in the unique and isolated Marlborough Sounds as we deliver goods and passengers to far-flung jetties and corners of Queen Charlotte Sound/Tōtaranui. This 3-hour cruise is a great opportunity to see the Marlborough Sounds through the eyes of those who live and work here. Discover places far from the nearest road, and maybe meet some of the locals who call this isolated and beautiful place home. Relax onboard our comfortable vessel as we deliver passengers and supplies to homes, secluded resorts and the Queen Charlotte Track, keeping an eye out for seals, penguins, dolphins, stingrays and rare sea birds. Learn about the Marlborough Sounds’ history and natural world from your friendly skipper and crew, and enjoy free tea and coffee.
 This cruise will take you to corners of the Sounds rarely seen by visitors – no cruise is ever the same.

$64.00
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4.9/5

Discover Marlborough Wine - Afternoon Marlborough Wine Tour

Join the team from 'the original Marlborough Wine Tours and Discover New Zealand's premier wine region on this half-day tour with pick up options from Picton and Blenheim ( subject to availability on the day). Visit four different wineries in the Marlborough wine region and be guided by our experienced wine tour guides. Stroll through the vineyards, and sample wines such as Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir. This small-group tour is limited to 11 people and includes hotel pickup and drop-off. With approximately 20 tasting rooms to visit on a daily basis there is plenty of choice. If you have somewhere you really want to go let us know at booking time. There is no lunch stop - small eats or cheese platter can be purchased on the tour. NOTE: please do not book this tour if you are on a cruise ship as we won't guarrantee return to ship in time. Please pick the right pick up location, time and price, central Picton or central Blenheim, if outside those locations please check with us first.

$113.45
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4.9/5

Full-Day Wine Tour from Picton

Discover the full diversity of wine varieties this stunning Marlborough region has to offer and learn the secrets behind fine wine appreciation on this full-day tour from Picton. You will visit approximately five or six wineries during the day and any special requests you may have can usually be accommodated. A winery lunch stop is included (at your own cost). A complimentary pick up from your central Picton accommodation is included and will return you thereafter or to a suitable drop off point.

$159.99
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5/5
6 h

Private Marlborough Winery Tour

Let our winemaker tailor a Marlborough wine tour especially for you or your group’s needs… or let us surprise you with something special! You decide the start and finish time of the tour. Visit your favourite wineries without having to compromise with others in the group. You can get behind the scenes for a private tasting, or take a drive through the Awatere Valley and soak up Marlborough’s stunning scenery. We can focus on boutique, or organic wineries, breweries, combine fine wine and food… anything is possible with a private tour. This option is recommended for larger groups or families with children under the age of 12. We can visit wineries more suited to young families to keep everyone happy. If you are arriving on a cruise ship into Picton we can arrange a tour that works around your ship’s schedule. For larger groups, or to find out more about our Private Tour options please check out our website and contact us for a quote on 021 157 4094.

$494.51
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5/5
1 h 15 mins

Flight Experience our Water and Wilderness Scenic Tour

Tour participants see the full grandeur of the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds in one experience that can only be done by air. And get to stop by a remote beach to soak up the wilderness.

$173.95
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4.7/5
4 h

Captain Cook and Dolphin Cruise

This tour offers an amazing fully-guided experience to complete your visit to Marlborough! Guided by enthusiastic Marine Biologists, you are sure to spot some rare seas birds, marine animals, and endangered land birds. Enjoy spotting Dolphins in the calm, sheltered waters before traveling to Ships Cove and Motuara Island!

$101.23
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4.3/5
3 h 30 mins

Half-Day Cruise in Marlborough Sounds from Picton

Depart Picton at 9:00am and cruise through the Queen Charlotte Sound to historic Ship Cove. Along the way enjoy the sights and scenery and keep your eye out for any chance wildlife encounters. Enjoy a site visit at Ship Cove, take the chance to get onshore where Captain Cook laned in the 1770’s where his ship the Endeavour was anchored to replenish supplies. See the monument, comb the beach and enjoy the tranquillity of the surroundings. Upon re-joining your vessel we will cruise through the Endeavour Inlet completing drop offs and deliveries of passengers and freight before returning to Picton.

$69.81
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4.1/5
4 h 30 mins

Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove Cruise from Picton

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary and Ship Cove, learn from your expert captain about wildlife and cultural history, and take in the gorgeous scenery of Queen Charlotte Sound. Look for endangered native birds including the South Island saddleback, king shag, little blue penguin and kiwi as well as seals and rare dolphins. Please note that this tour departs sharply on schedule at 8:00am Available to purchase for $6 in the office before you depart are Beachcomber Cruises keep cups, we no longer use single use cups on board our vessels due the huge environmental impact. Upon purchase of a Beachcomber Cruises keep cup guests can enjoy tea and coffee onboard for the duration of the tour.

$69.81
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4.9/5
6 h

Beyond the Vines - Full-Day Marlborough Wine Tasting Tour

Enjoy a relaxing day out around some of the beautiful wineries in Marlborough. Learn about the regions great wines and sample at least 4 wines at each cellar door. We usually visit 5 tasting rooms so you will get plenty of wine and different experiences. Our tour is door to door so you don't have to worry about driving, just relax and enjoy your tour. Outside of peak times we don't have preset cellar doors so if you have somewhere you would like to go please message us before the tour and we will do our best to schedule your visit. There are around 20 cellar doors to choose from on a daily basis so plenty of variety. Please choose the correct tour location and time. We have central Picton 9.30am and central Blenheim 10am. If you are outside of central areas please check with us before booking Do NOT book this if you are on a cruise ship as it is unlikely to meet your ships times, please choose our shore excursion tours.

$127.99
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4.8/5
4 h

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a busy day – or for those just wanting a taste of sea kayaking. Our priority is to get you out on the water, allowing maximum time to enjoy the tranquil waters of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Your guide will enjoy sharing their knowledge of the Marlborough Sounds and it's native flora and fauna as you paddle along. The area is surrounded by bush-clad shorelines and sandy beaches. We’ll stop for a light refreshment break along the way before returning to Picton.

$72.72
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3.9/5
3 h 30 mins

InterIslander Ferry - Picton to Wellington

For over 60 years, Interislander has been sharing the stunning scenery of Wellington Harbour and the breathtaking Marlborough Sounds with over 800,000 passengers every year. The voyage between the North and South Islands of Aotearoa New Zealand has been described as one of the most beautiful ferry journeys in the world and is a ‘must do’ experience for everyone exploring our stunning country. The three-hour journey gives plenty of time to soak in the scenery and enjoy the fresh, local food and beverages we pride ourselves in. The spacious and comfortable Interislander ferries run 7 days a week, all year round. Book your tickets now! Note: Choose to travel with a vehicle or on foot

$60.50
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