Aotea
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.
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.
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
Things to do
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Top hotels in Aotea
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Everything was perfect"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"The Rydges is perfectly situated in the airport. Easy to get to inside from the airport. Room was clean and spacious. Price was ok, I managed to get it a little lower by going through a third party company but direct was a lot higher."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Beautiful stay kind really recommend"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Very good location and good lift connection to Lampton Quay. Parking was fine but it could not be booked on Expedia . After booking thru Expedia I booked parking direct with Gilmour but I would not have been happy if none had been available."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Staff very polite"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
InterContinental Wellington by IHG
"Housekeeping posed my daughters soft toy rabbit on her bed. Very cute and much appreciated"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Aotea
Plimmerton
Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or South Beach while you're exploring the area.
Titahi Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach.
Pukerua Bay
Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Whitby
While Whitby may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Porirua City Centre
Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
