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.
Visit Porirua
Where to stay in Porirua
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
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.
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 South Beach.
Pukerua Bay
Travelers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Aotea
Aotea 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.
Aotea Lodge
65 Whitford Brown Ave Porirua Porirua
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
Moana Lodge - Guest House
49 Moana Road Porirua Wellington
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
The Post Hotel
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways are located ...
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Boulcott Suites
5 O'Reily Ave Wellington
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Quest on Johnston
35 Johnston Street Wellington
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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Popular places to visit
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.
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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
$49
per adult
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)
$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Craft beers & car museum - Half Day Tour incl beverage samples
$96
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion
$102
per adult
Reviews of Porirua
4.5
Top Destination
- The Cricket Museum
- Brendan Beach
- Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Central Business District
- Sky Stadium
- Wellington Hospital
- Courtenay Place
- Paraparaumu Beach
- Lambton Quay
- The Weta Cave
- TSB Bank Arena
- Victoria University of Wellington
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Zealandia
- Raumati Beach
- Waikanae Beach
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Zoo
- Wellington Cable Car
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Waitangi Park
- St James Theatre
- Oriental Parade
- Massey University
- Archives New Zealand
- Beehive