Tony's Birdsong Guidebook
Food Scene
My favourite local winery - award winning wine just outside Picton.
The only winery with a cave !
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Johanneshof Cellars Ltd
945 State Hwy 1My favourite local winery - award winning wine just outside Picton.
The only winery with a cave !
Best breakfast/brunch in Picton. Best Cafe views !
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Seabreeze Cafe & Bar
24 London QuayBest breakfast/brunch in Picton. Best Cafe views !
Cafe Cortado
London QuayGreat range of food for the whole family.
Shai Shai’s Takeaways
83a High StBest fish & chips in Picton
Fresh produce direct from the growers, every Sunday in Blenheim.
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Marlborough Farmers Market
Fresh produce direct from the growers, every Sunday in Blenheim.
Great produce, good prices. Locally owned. Cook at the house & relax with the view.
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FreshChoice Picton
100 High StGreat produce, good prices. Locally owned. Cook at the house & relax with the view.
Fine dining at its best. Local produce cooked to perfection and presented as art on a plate. Wine matching available.
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Arbour Restaurant
36 Godfrey RdFine dining at its best. Local produce cooked to perfection and presented as art on a plate. Wine matching available.
Sightseeing
The Mailboat Run - best way to discover the Marlborough Sounds. Other trips available.
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Beachcomber Cruises. Queen Charlotte Cruise & Track Adventures
London QuayThe Mailboat Run - best way to discover the Marlborough Sounds. Other trips available.
History, theatre, aviation ... amazing day out for the whole family.
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Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre
79 Aerodrome RdHistory, theatre, aviation ... amazing day out for the whole family.
So much to see and do ... or do nothing, relax & recharge with a good coffee/wine & stunning views - & lots for the kids to do.
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Picton
So much to see and do ... or do nothing, relax & recharge with a good coffee/wine & stunning views - & lots for the kids to do.
Edwin Fox Maritime Museum
Historic Ship - history brought to life
Criss crossed with walking & mountain biking tracks to suit all abilities.
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The Snout
Criss crossed with walking & mountain biking tracks to suit all abilities.
Predator free headland - water access only ... kayak, water taxi or your own boat
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Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary
Predator free headland - water access only ... kayak, water taxi or your own boat
Explore our heritage & bring your sightseeing to life with the stories & photos from the past.
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Picton Community Museum
9 London QuayExplore our heritage & bring your sightseeing to life with the stories & photos from the past.
Stunning views on the way to Nelson. Historic bridge, swing bridge, stunning river & swimming spots, coffee shop & toilets
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Stazione di Pelorus Bridge
5949 State Hwy 6Stunning views on the way to Nelson. Historic bridge, swing bridge, stunning river & swimming spots, coffee shop & toilets
Shopping
Seaside Gems
3A High StBeautiful jewellery - often locally made.
Picton Health Care Pharmacy
6 High StPharmacy and a great selection of beauty gifts and treats.
The Choice Gallery
19 High StMy favourite gift shop - something for everyone & great service.
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PICTON : So much to do - so little time !
Take at look at the Destination Marlborough website ... (Marlborough nz.com) as there are some great activities & experiences you may want to try.
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Transport Options
Gateway to South Island: Interislander & Bluebridge Ferry terminals in Picton (Cook Strait crossings).
Airports: Picton Airport for Sounds Air flights, Marlborough Airport in Blenheim for AirNZ Regional flights.
Rail - Steam train or Scenic Rail to Christchurch (seasonal).
Plenty of shuttles or guided tours to the vineyards or other local attractions.
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To drive or not ?
You don’t need a car in Picton - everything you need is on your doorstep or there are plenty of transport options. Travel by car, bus, coach, train, stream train, ferry, water taxi, the choice is yours. Visit Picton I-Centre to work out what will work best for you. If you do bring a car or camper van, there is plenty of car parking around the area. The property is walking distance from both Picton Ferry Interislander & Bluebridge - taxis & shuttles available though for convenience.
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Shop Local
Buy the very best local produce & cook at home. Accompany with a glass of Marlborough wine or beer. See Fresh Choice Supermarket & Marlborough Farmers Market (Sundays only)
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Useful Phrases
Please. Thank you. Good morning/afternoon.
Manners cost nothing :-)
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Marlborough in 3 Days
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