Cannons Creek Travel Guide
Porirua
Visit Cannons Creek
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.
Top hotels in Cannons Creek
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
A little overpriced but this is a proper hotel.. and you will have your expectations met.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
convenient stay for catching early overseas flights. takes the stress out of starting the trip.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Rydges Wellington
Still in the process of new owners taking over, so for example can’t accept Amex yet. Most things remain the same - lots of opportunities for new owners to improve, from a fairly average spa with only a few jets working for 3 minutes at a time, to noisy rooms with average aircon. Breakfast very overpriced ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
it was unique
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Staff were quick to respond to my email enquiries and room was clean, spacious with quality bed linen and amenities. We will definitely be staying again
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
ibis Wellington
Clean room. Helpful, friendly staff. Onsite parking is an extra cost.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cannons Creek
Ranui
While there might not be top attractions in Ranui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Waitangirua
Though Waitangirua may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
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.
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.
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.
Papakowhai
When in Papakowhai, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
