Car Hire Picton Ferry Terminal - Mini guide to Picton Ferry Terminal
The waterfront town of Picton boasts picturesque surroundings near the tip of the Queen Charlotte Sound and close to the South Island's northeast part. The inter-island ferries destined to and arriving from Wellington can be found in the ferry terminal and they all pass through the Marlborough Sounds.
The Picton Ferry Terminal is actually the main gateway to the entire Marlborough region. The terminal itself is equipped with convenient facilities that cater to the needs of the passengers. One of these is car hire at Picton Ferry Terminal that is useful for those who would like to explore the town on their own.
Picton does not have local bus services but there are taxis available in town. Still, cheap car hire at Picton Ferry Terminal makes it easier to get around on your own so you can take your time in visiting the local attractions. Get a full tank and drive carefully to the Marlborough Sounds for stunning views.
The town centre is easily navigable by foot and from there, you can head to Waikawa Bay for power boats and private yachts. Also worth seeing are places like the Picton Community Museum, the old ship called Edwin Fox, and the waterfront area for relaxing views.
Visit Picton from Wellington by riding a ferry with services offered by the Iterislander and Straits shipping. It takes around three to 3.5 hours to get to Picton by ferry. Arrange for car rental at Picton Ferry Terminal in advance before you arrive so you can be sure that your car is already prepared and can be used immediately.
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