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Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour

7 Reviews 3.43 out of 5 stars Based on 7 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Picton, New Zealand
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1 to 3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour.

Enjoy a cultural self-guided audio tour of the serene seaside area of Picton. This tour will take you on a historical journey where you will learn about Picton’s Māori past and see sights such as the ancient Whaling Harpoon and postcard perfect Picton foreshore.

What's Included

  • Audio files and GPS map
  • Self-Paced
  • Admission Fees
  • Transportation
  • Food/drinks
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Meeting Location

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The Foreshore
Picton 7220, New Zealand

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End point

9 Oxford Street
Picton 7220, New Zealand

Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.

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Edwin Fox Maritime Museum

Based on the antiquated design of the frigates being constructed in London at the time, Edwin Foxwas built by William Foster in Sulkeali, India in 1853.An overall length of 157 feet, it took only 9months to build the vessel, and was sold before her completion in that year to Englishman SirGeorge Edmund Hodgkinson, who named her Edwin Fox after a well -known Quaker fromSouthampton.
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Heritage & Whaling Museum Picton

This typeof harpoon gun is one which would have been securely mounted on the bow of whalingboats. Until the early 20th century, whalers would hunt their prey using lances and handheldharpoon guns, meaning that their job would bring them remarkably close to the animals in order toattack.During the 1920s, mounted harpoon guns and explosive tips were introduced to make thehunt and the kill far easier.
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War Memorial

Most townships in New Zealand have a dedicated area of remembrance, and Picton is nodifferent.The War Memorial Arch was constructed as part of the renovation of the foreshore and inhonour of the men of the Queen Charlotte Sound who had been killed in service during World War Ibetween 1914 and 1918. Showing loyalty to the British Crown, men from all over the country weresent overseas to ally to the British Forces.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
  • No admission fees or physical guide included.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Picton: Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-30114P8

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What's Included

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  • Audio files and GPS map
  • Self-Paced
  • Admission Fees
  • Transportation
  • Food/drinks
  • Audio device

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour downloading instructions are in the "Before You Go" section of your ticket.
  • No admission fees or physical guide included.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please download the audio file and make it ready before you start your journey
  • Available only in English.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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