Picton Attractions
Picton, where the ferries sailing between the South and the North Island (Wellington) put in, lies at the northeastern tip of the South Island, at the head of one branch of picturesque Queen Charlotte Sound, 30km north of Blenheim.
This little port, where Katherine Mansfield often stayed, is hemmed in by steep hills. In spite of the busy ferry traffic it has retained its original character. As the many yachts in its marina indicate, it is a popular holiday resort.
This little port, where Katherine Mansfield often stayed, is hemmed in by steep hills. In spite of the busy ferry traffic it has retained its original character. As the many yachts in its marina indicate, it is a popular holiday resort.
Robin Hood Bay
It is well worth an excursion from Picton to the picturesque Robin Hood Bay in the east; the steep sections of road require a confident driver.
Karaka Point
8km from Picton, to the north of Waikawa Bay, is the Karaka Point Reserve, in which are the remains of a Maori pa.
Smith Memorial Museum
The Smith Memorial Museum on London Quay commemorates the whaling tradition in this area since the mid-19th C Whaling ceased only in the 1960s.
Victoria Domain Lookout
On the way to Waikawa Bay (northeast of the town) is the Victoria Domain Lookout, from which there are fine views of the town and Queen Charlotte Sound.
