4/5 - Good
John
A lovely location, close to Wellington City and surrounding suburbs. A good rail and bus transportation, As a visitor to the city, a good first stop coming from the north, giving time to adjust to the busyness of a city.
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Where to stay in Porirua
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.
Titahi Bay
When in Titahi Bay, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pukerua Bay
Travelers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Porirua City Centre
While Porirua City Centre isn't home to many top sights, Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some notable places to visit nearby.
Whitby
While Whitby might 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.
Paremata
Paremata might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Aotea Lodge
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture ...
Moana Lodge - Hostel
49 Moana Road, Porirua, Wellington
Stay at this hostel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located nearby.
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
5 Titahi Bay Road, Porirua
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 ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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 ...
Quest on Johnston
35 Johnston Street, Wellington
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
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 ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture during your travels in Porirua. Check out the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
The Cricket Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Cricket Museum during your travels in Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.
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.
Things to do
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
$266
per adult
Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
$192
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
$115
per adult
Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
$7
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Zealandia by Day - Nature Sanctuary Walking Tour
$35
per traveler
Reviews of Porirua
4.5
Top Destination
- Plimmerton Beach
- Brendan Beach
- Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
- The Cricket Museum
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- TSB Bank Arena
- Wellington Central Business District
- Cuba Street Mall
- Courtenay Place
- Sky Stadium
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Massey University
- Waikanae Beach
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Wellington Hospital
- Lambton Quay
- Wellington Zoo
- The Weta Cave
- Zealandia
- Wellington Cable Car
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- The Opera House
- Paraparaumu Beach
- Raumati Beach
- St James Theatre
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Archives New Zealand
- Newtown Park