Papakowhai

Porirua

Popular places to visit

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

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

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 charming cafes in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

€6
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

€37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

€30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

€29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

€42
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

€49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & 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 €64 per night from 28 Jan to 29 Jan
€64
28 Jan - 29 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.6/10 Good! (133 reviews)
No cooking , power points we’re funny installed

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

Aotea Lodge
Harbour View Apartment

Harbour View Apartment

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is €61 per night from 17 Jan to 18 Jan
€61
17 Jan - 18 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
La vue sur la baie

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Harbour View Apartment
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is €67 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
€67
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,659 reviews)
Convenient central location, helpful staff

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is €96 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
€96
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean. Comfortable.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is €76 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
€76
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,430 reviews)
Great clean and close to everything

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is €90 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
€90
25 Jan - 26 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
All was as you would expect- i live part time in Wellington and stay in the city for the occasional day- great stay

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
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Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai

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Aotea

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

Aotea
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Ascot Park

Ascot Park might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture 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 South Beach.

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

Visitors to Mana like its beaches and spas, and South Beach is a sight worth a stop.

Mana
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Cannons Creek

When in Cannons Creek, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cannons Creek

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