Picton New Zealand information. Picton city accommodation and hotel booking, travel, tours, activities and things to do. Events, maps and news for Picton NZ region.
South Island map showing Picton
Picton

Picton

Picton is located in one of the sunniest parts of New Zealand, the top of the South Island, a quaint port town nestled deep in the Marlborough Sounds.

Picton connects the South Island to its northern counterpart by sea, the Interislander and Bluebridge ferrys both leave for Wellington on a regular basis. You can drive onto the ferry or simply walk on. The trip follows a stunning cruise through the Marlborough Sounds and out into Cook Strait before turning into Wellington Harbour.


Picton Waterfront Queen Charlotte Sound

Situated at the head of Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton is the gateway to the greater Marlborough Sounds area, which offers great opportunities for fishing trips or a getaway holiday in its secluded bays, many of which can only be accessed by boat. The calm waters of the sounds are excellent for kayaking, and the stunning vistas of the Queen Charlotte Track can be experienced on a 3 to 5 day tramp. For something a bit different hire a mountain bike, the trip takes about 13 hours.

While in the township, enjoy the gardens on the foreshore, or learn about Queen Charlotte Sound’s whaling past at Picton Museum.



Powered by EventFinda

Featured Picton Events

FreshChoice Picton Rainbow Run Kaipupu Sanctuary Walk Gondola Hill Walk Marina 2 Marina 2024 Lego Club - Picton
FreshChoice Picton Rainbow Run
Port Marlborough Pavilion, Endeavour Park, Picton
Sunday 7 April 2024
Kaipupu Sanctuary Walk
Beachcomber Cruises, Picton
Saturday 13 April 2024
Gondola Hill Walk
Gondola Hill, Picton
Sunday 12 May 2024
Marina 2 Marina 2024
Picton Foreshore, Picton
Saturday 5 October 2024
Lego Club - Picton
Picton Library and Service Centre, Picton
From Sunday 31 March 2024 to Sunday 26 May 2024

Picton News

powered by Google News  


Bay Vista Waterfront MotelBay Vista Waterfront Motel - Motel.

Offering a stunning waterfront location, Bay Vista Waterfront Motel features accommodation alongside Picton's beautiful...

Full Day Queen Charlotte Kayak and Walking Tour from PictonFull Day Queen Charlotte Kayak and Walking Tour from Picton - Kayaking - Picton. Starting from $169.00 per person.

This adventure combo is without a doubt, one of the best ways to experience the Marlborough Sounds. On your full day...

 

New Zealand - Auckland - Bay of Islands - Rotorua - Wellington - Christchurch - Queenstown - Fiordland - Accommodation - Activities & Tours - Bus - Car Rental - Events - News - Virtual Tour - NZ Guide Book - Slide Show - Search