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Picton, New Zealand

Located at the end of Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton is a beautiful picturesque town, which acts as the link between the north and south islands of New Zealand. Sailing into and out of Picton is simply stunning, so make sure you are up early to admire the Sounds in the early hours. Cruise ships dock at an industrial wharf, and passengers are bussed into the city centre, close to many attractions, shops and eateries.

Things to See

Hop on Hop off Wine Tours Marlborough
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Hop-on-hop off tour that visits more than a dozen wineries.
The tour departs from near the i-site in Picton (where cruise...
Jade Tours Wine tour
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We offer small group wine tours in minibuses with a dedicated wine guide.
Tours leave from and return to Picton at...
Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary
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Kaipupu Point is a protected wildlife sanctuary located right next to Picton. The area is protected by predator proof fence, meaning the...

Places to Eat

Oxley's Bar & Kitchen
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Good hearty pub meals in a relaxed environment. Located close to the foreshore.

Getting Around

Avis Car Rental Picton Ferry
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Car rental close to the town centre, for those wanting to independently explore further away such as the Marlborough wine region, Blenheim...
Your Local Chauffeur
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Private shore excursions for groups. Your Local Chauffeur is a run by locals who will create a tailored shore excursion visiting Picton...
Marlborough Flyer
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Travel from Picton to Seddon in a heritage steam train, stopping at Blenheim. See vineyards, take the chance to do some shopping...

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Your Local Chauffeur
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Private shore excursions for groups. Your Local Chauffeur is a run by locals who will create a tailored shore excursion visiting Picton...
Jade Tours Wine tour
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We offer small group wine tours in minibuses with a dedicated wine guide.
Tours leave from and return to Picton at...
Avis Car Rental Picton Ferry
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Car rental close to the town centre, for those wanting to independently explore further away such as the Marlborough wine region, Blenheim...

Private Tours in Picton

Tips for visiting Picton

Located at the end of Queen Charlotte Sound, Picton is a beautiful picturesque town, which acts as the link between the north and south islands of New Zealand. Sailing into and out of Picton is simply stunning, so make sure you are up early to admire the Sounds in the early hours. Cruise ships dock at an industrial wharf, and passengers are bussed into the city centre, close to many attractions, shops and eateries.

Currency
New Zealand Dollars (NZD)
Languages
Māori, English

Docks

Where do cruise ships dock in Picton?
 Shakespeare Bay
Shakespeare Bay