Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Picton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Picton

With a population of 3,983, Picton is a must-see destination in Ontario, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Picton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Picton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Waupoos Restaurant (3016 County Road 8) and Brasserie Alexandria at Merrill House (343 Main St E) are great picks.

When to visit Picton

Picton in March
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Picton in March
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Picton in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Picton, with an average rainfall of 1.9″.

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How to Get to Picton

Plane

Although Picton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kingston (YGK), which is located 50 km from Picton. The shortest flight to Picton from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 15h.

Car

Another option to get to Picton is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 184 km from Picton. You’ll find branches of Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Plane

Although Picton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Kingston (YGK), which is located 50 km from Picton. The shortest flight to Picton from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 15h.

Car

Another option to get to Picton is to pick up a car rental from Toronto, which is about 184 km from Picton. You’ll find branches of Ace and City Car & Truck Rental, among others, in Toronto.

Airports near Picton

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Airlines serving Picton

Air Canada
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Where to stay in Picton

Average rates range from around $318 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $244 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Picton

Most booked hotels in Picton

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Prince Edward/Jackson`s Falls Country Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 196 reviews)
$114+
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Merrill House
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 413 reviews)
$211+
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The Lakeside Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 146 reviews)
$338+
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Prince Edward/Picton Harbour Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 116 reviews)
$171+
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The June Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 119 reviews)
$266+
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Drake Devonshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 81 reviews)
$435+
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Renting a car in Picton

Renting a car in Picton costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 49% cheaper than airport locations in Picton.

Expect to pay $5.53 per gallon in Picton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.32 and $88.43.

Renting a car in Picton costs $45 per day, on average, or $90 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 49% cheaper than airport locations in Picton.

Expect to pay $5.53 per gallon in Picton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $66.32 and $88.43.