Papakowhai Travel Guide
Porirua
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Popular places to visit
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 exploring the galleries in Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture in Porirua. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable 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.
Top hotels in Papakowhai
Aotea Lodge
Staff were nice to deal with. Rooms are basic but it was what we wanted. Bed was very nice to sleep in and there was no noise from other units. Units are well off the road so no noise there either. Having units so far from the road makes parking so much safer for your car overnight. Would stay here ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Yes and yes, clean room and very tasty food
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Spotless, all the comforts you need
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Rydges Wellington
The room was very nice. The restaurant food was excellent.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Would recommend Gilmer - I arrived after hours and everything was set up for me including parking which is very easy and convenient. The hotel is easy to access from SH1 which reduces city driving. The room had everything I needed. I didn’t need aircon but there was a fan.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Bolton Hotel
Love The Bolton! Great rooms, friendly and helpful staff and good location.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai
Aotea
When in Aotea, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ascot Park
Ascot Park 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.
Paremata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paremata and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum.
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.
Mana
Mana is well liked for its beaches and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Plimmerton Beach and Brendan Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Cannons Creek
When in Cannons Creek, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Papakowhai Travel Guide
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- Te Papa
- Cuba Street Mall
- Sky Stadium
- Courtenay Place
- Paraparaumu Beach
- The Weta Cave
- Waikanae Beach
- Michael Fowler Centre
- TSB Bank Arena
- Lambton Quay
- Raumati Beach
- Wellington Hospital
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Parade
- Waitangi Park
- Beehive
- Archives New Zealand
- The Opera House
- Petone Foreshore
