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

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

Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.

Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area

Things to do

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

RM455
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

RM198
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

RM28
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

RM408
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

RM443
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

RM513
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
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Top hotels in Papakowhai

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is RM219 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
RM219
RM252 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
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 South Beach are ...
Harbour View Lodge
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
The price is RM276 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
RM276
RM318 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,753 reviews)
"Everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 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 RM339 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
RM339
RM390 total
14 Jun - 15 Jun
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"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 Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is RM362 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
RM362
RM416 total
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful stay kind really recommend"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is RM259 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
RM259
RM298 total
19 Jun - 20 Jun
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! (1,544 reviews)
"Great location, noisy appliances"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is RM305 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
RM305
RM350 total
7 Jun - 8 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Staff very polite"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Oaks Wellington 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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach.

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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cannons Creek

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