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Picton is located close to the famous Marlborough Sounds
and is surrounded by sea and hills on all sides. The main
commercial port in Marlborough by virtue of its location,
Picton is a family holiday destination for its range of activities,
proximity to region's spectacular sceneries, wineries, cruises,
and a host of award-winning hotels and restaurants.
Tourist Attractions in Picton
Picton presents its guests with an easy access to the best
the Marlborough countryside and Sounds besides the spirited
activities and city sightseeing tours.
Picton Museum
This museum in Picton, South Island, offers a porthole into
the past of the region. Whether it has to do with whaling,
construction of railway station, restoration of the Edwin
Fox and East Indiaman, you'll find all the juicy little trivia
here.
Picton Harbor
Surrounded by hills, this harbor gets you breathing easy at
the sight of ferries and fishing boats against a cloudy midday
sky.
Picton Foreshore
Walk along the shore to experience the sense of well being
and fulfillment that the beautiful landscape of Picton inspires.
Also linger along the gardens and the many historical sites
as you go along the much-traveled paths.
Queen Charlotte Sound
From Picton, you can easily tour Queen Charlotte Sound on
the boat cruises that take you through the serene waters flanked
by woods till the edge.
Waikawa
Waikawa is a popular day trip destination for its foreshore,
beaches, marine wildlife, and Maori canoe (Waka Te Awatea
Hou) rides.
Festivals
Come anytime of the year and you are likely to run into a
festive crowd. The famous festivals of the region include
the Marlborough Walk, Foreshore and Maritime Festivals, fishing
competitions, the Wine Marlborough Festival, Pelorus Jack
harbor jet boat racing, yacht races and rowing regattas.
Activities in Tourist Attractions in Picton
Picton is a magnet for nature lovers and sports enthusiasts.
The deep clear waters of the Marlborough Sounds invite the
tourists with sailing, fishing, cruising, and kayaking. The
Sounds are a great way to explore the regions' surreal islands,
bird sanctuaries, fish reserves, salmon farms, and spot dolphins,
seals and even whales in the calm waters of Picton, Marlborough.
You can also go flight seeing, or tour on foot / horse /
cycle / motor scooter the vineyards, farms, Queen Charlotte
Sound, historic Port Underwood, Nelson lakes or try your hand
at a game of golf or wine tasting.
How to Reach Picton
Picton Airport connects it with the major cities of New Zealand.
The ferry service links it with Wellington, capital of New
Zealand, and a daily coach connects it to Christchurch.
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