Papakowhai

Porirua

Popular places to visit

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture in Porirua. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

The Cricket Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Cricket Museum during your trip to Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.

The Cricket Museum

Plimmerton Dog Park

Plimmerton Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Porirua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Plimmerton Dog Park

Things to do

Visit the stunning Kapiti Coast, an hour north of Wellington

Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

€236
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
Elves, Hobbits, Dwarfs

Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch

€170
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

€92
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Lord of Rings Half Day Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

€100
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Greenbelt

All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

€194
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
Zealandia Nature Sanctuary Daytime Walking Tour

Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour

€31
per traveller
Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Papakowhai

Aotea Lodge
Aotea Lodge
3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is €90 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
€90
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and ...
7.4/10 Good! (105 reviews)
"Large room with new fittings and comfy beds. Owners and management lovely and sought to make our two night stay as comfortable as could be. Good parking, Next to Police College and couple minutes from Porirua - 15 mins to Wellington. Thank you."

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Aotea Lodge
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is €100 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
€100
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Awesome place for easy access to the airport terminal. Parking was super easy and convenient."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is €70 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€70
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,482 reviews)
"None"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is €98 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
€98
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Good hotel, nice and central in CBD"

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Rydges Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €77 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
€77
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (787 reviews)
"They charge $25 per hour for late checkout (and their checkout time is 10 AM!!)"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Naumi Studio Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is €82 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
€82
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,299 reviews)
"Absolutely loved Gilmer ... Fantastic from the minute I arrived. Room amazing ...clean, stylish, just excellent!! Staff friendly and informative about the local area. Easy to get to Lambton Quay. I will DEFINITELY stay here again!!"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai

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Aotea

When in Aotea, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Aotea
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Ascot Park

Ascot Park might not have many top sights, but Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ascot Park
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Paremata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paremata and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Paremata
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Titahi Bay

While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Titahi Bay
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Mana

Mana is well liked for its beaches and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Mana
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Cannons Creek

When in Cannons Creek, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cannons Creek

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