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Picton weather essentials

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Jul
52°F 11°C
43°F 6°C
Aug
53°F 11°C
44°F 6°C
Sep
56°F 13°C
47°F 8°C
Oct
58°F 14°C
49°F 9°C
Nov
61°F 16°C
51°F 10°C
Dec
64°F 17°C
54°F 12°C
Saturday
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50°F 10°C
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39°F 3°C
Sunday
12 Jul
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50°F 10°C
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42°F 5°C
Monday
13 Jul
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48°F 8°C
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37°F 2°C
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Queen Charlotte Track
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 7 attractions in Picton
Attraction type: Biking trail; Biking trail (mountain); Hiking trail; Scenic/historic walking area; Trail
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Marlborough Sounds
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #2 of 7 attractions in Picton

  If you are fortunate to have a few days up your sleeve and looking for a great place to explore or just chill out on your tour of NZ then the Marlborough Sounds is a must.  This pristine natural...

Attraction type: Waterway
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Lochmara Lodge Marlborough Sounds Wildlife Recovery Centre
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #3 of 7 attractions in Picton

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 areas, endangered bird and gecko breeding enclosures, and an ecotour among native bush. Day/half-day trips include a boat cruise from Picton on the stunning Queen Charlotte Sound, and an optional walk on the Queen Charlotte Track. Also an Arts Centre, cafe, and accommodation on site.

Attraction type: Nature centre
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Queen Charlotte Sound
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 7 attractions in Picton
Attraction type: Waterway; Hiking trail
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Seahorse World Aquarium
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #5 of 7 attractions in Picton
Attraction type: Aquarium
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Wilderness Guides
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #6 of 7 attractions in Picton
Attraction type: Group tour/boat; Tour
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Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre

Lochmara Lodge Arts Centre is a unique facility where artists from around New Zealand create and showcase artwork in a variety of mediums. The centre comprises two indoor galleries, an 11-acre sculpture trail amidst native bush, an artists-in-residence studio, and regular workshops. Day trips include a boat cruise from Picton on the stunning Queen Charlotte Sound, and an optional walk on the Queen Charlotte Track. Wildlife Recovery Centre, cafe, and accommodation also on site.

Attraction type: Art gallery
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