Porirua

Travel Guide

Photo by Rajesh Rathod
Photo by Rajesh Rathod

Where to stay in Porirua

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Plimmerton

Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or The Cricket Museum while you're exploring the area.

Plimmerton
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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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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.

Porirua City Centre
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Pukerua Bay

Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Pukerua Bay
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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.

Whitby
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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
Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
The price is RM294 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
RM294
RM339 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (107 reviews)
"Overall, awesome place. Only thing is they offer free coffee/milo/tea etc but no milk"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Moana Lodge - Guest House
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
The price is RM415 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
RM415
RM477 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (418 reviews)
"Room was clean! Private and quiet. Would stay again!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is RM339 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
RM339
RM390 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (118 reviews)
"Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Aotea Lodge
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
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! (1,374 reviews)
"Room had washer / dryer, be warned it took a long time and that was a quick wash/dry but you could head out and leave it to it. Nice sized room, very clean etc and reasonably priced (I got including parking)"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

4 out of 5
300 Lambton Quay, (Vehicle access 14 Gilmer Terrace), Wellington
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,025 reviews)
"Room had full amenities and was very spacious. Location was excellent everything we needed/wanted to see was in walking distance. Would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Adina CityLife Wellington
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street

4 out of 5
123 Taranaki Street, Wellington CBD, Wellington
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (467 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and neat! But best were the staff. Thry looked after us nothing was too much trouble. Zoe was great helping me with my email. And Tino was friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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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

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

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

Things to do

Time for a rest.

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

RM481
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

RM136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

RM210
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

RM431
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

RM493
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour

RM542
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Explorer Cycle Tour
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Mount Victoria Lookout which includes night scenes, a city and mountains

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