Top Things to do in Picton
Top 7 Things to do in Picton, New Zealand
Discover the best top things to do in Picton, New Zealand including Marlborough Sounds, Queen Charlotte Track, Queen Charlotte Sound, Edwin Fox Maritime Museum, Picton Sound, Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre, Picton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre.
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1. Marlborough Sounds
Overall Ratings
5 based on 558 reviews
Reviewed By D P - Wellington, New Zealand
The Marlborough Sounds are a stunning place and quintessentially part of the real New Zealand. No good saying you’ve been to Auckland that’s not the real NZ. To experience NZ head down South and take in Gods own. Surround yourself if nature, bird song and stunning scenery. A trip here is a trip to remember and hold a place in your heart.
2. Queen Charlotte Track
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 726 reviews
Reviewed By Mike S
It was nice to have a trek that could be biked. I was a bit nervous as I am an intermediate skilled rider, and the term "advanced" was used everywhere for rating the difficulty. Using the coloring system I'm used to, I would say this...MoreThank you for your lovely review and recommendations, it is great to hear you enjoyed your time biking the track. :)
3. Queen Charlotte Sound
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 270 reviews
4. Edwin Fox Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 292 reviews
The Edwin Fox is a great example of NZ Maritime History, 161 years old this year and currently listed as the 9th oldest ship in the world, the oldest surviving merchant ship, last surviving convict ship that took convicts to Australia and last wooden NZ immigrant ship and was also used to transport troops to the Crimean war.Come step aboard, go into the hull of the ship and visit the dry dock to get a real feel of the size of the ship and indeed what voyages would of been like!Open everyday group bookings and guided tours by arrangement.
Reviewed By stjohnbeachlover - St. Louis, Missouri
This ship has so much history - going all the way back to 1853 when it was built in India. It has served as transport for troops, immigrants, and even criminals. There are actual beds still inside. It is the world's 9th oldest ship! There is a short video and many displays describing the ship and it's history. There is also a small gift shop inside. We were able to get tickets online through Book me at a discount. We were able to tour the whole ship in less than a hour.
5. Picton Sound
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 210 reviews
Reviewed By Saintsjane
Fabulous instructions from Wilderness guides. Beautiful scenery lovely places to go for half a day including isolated Beaches . Easy to steer kayaks with rudder! Easy to keep out of the way of the Ferries that use a stretch of the water - it’s a great test of stamina to negotiate the ferry and its waves
6. Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 166 reviews
This unique centre provides an opportunity for nature-lovers to interact with, learn about and appreciate the unique flora and fauna of the Marlborough Sounds. The centre includes wild bird recovery, endangered bird and gecko breeding enclosures, and a self guided ecotour among native bush. Day/half-day trips include a boat cruise from Picton (Lochmara can easily arrange boat transport for you) on the stunning Queen Charlotte Sound, and an optional walk on the Queen Charlotte Track.
Reviewed By masherita - Palmerston North, New Zealand
This review is for outdoor activities, and not for accommodation/restaurant. The area is small and very "touristy". Most of typical NZ attractions (feeding eels, glow worms, etc.) are possibly better represented elsewhere, but at Lochmara everything is close together and can be done in one day. The glass boat was enjoyable for all of us, adults and children. The views are stunning, and resting in a hummock watching the sea is always an option. For kayaking you really need to come very early (or late) in the day, otherwise there will be no kayaks.
7. Picton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 91 reviews
We are the official Picton i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and your local experts in our region. This Qualmark endorsed centre is operated by Destination Marlborough, and is part of New Zealand's official Visitor Information Network (i-SITE). We are your 'one stop shop' for travel advice and bookings for Picton tours, activities and accommodation. As an official i-SITE, we also specialise in travel arrangements for all New Zealand destinations. Better still, our service to you is FREE.
Reviewed By lovesthesun-7 - Stittsville, Ontario
I wouldn't normally think to write a review on an I-Site, but felt this one in Picton deserved mention. And a huge shout-out to Emily who was such a huge help to us, and very, very pleasant to deal with. She helped us with finding...MoreThank you for your review, we are thrilled to hear that you found our i-SITE in Picton to be your favourite. We hope you had a brilliant time in New Zealand.
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