Porirua Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach.
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 South Beach.
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.
Pukerua Bay
Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Harbour View Lodge
"Comfortable, value for money, great staff."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
The Post Hotel
"Very disappointed with Level 1 Room 3—loud music in the morning from gym outside."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Moana Lodge - Guest House
"All excellent. Amazing views too."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"A great place for a three person business stay. Eveyone was happy with their room. Beds were comfortable and nicely fitted. Bathroom was a bit basic but very clean. When I had a water pressure issue in my shower they waited my room without hesitation."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Wellington Taranaki Street
"Everything was tops friendly and very helpful staff rooms very clean and good safe car parking"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Quest on Johnston
"The staff was kind helpful, the room was clean and the kitchen very clean too I like it. The only thing was not working was the lift. But was okay I used the stairs."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
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 lively bars 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.
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- Brendan Beach
- Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
- Cuba Street Mall
- Wellington Hospital
- Hnry Stadium
- TSB Bank Arena
- Te Papa
- Courtenay Place
- Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Paraparaumu Beach
- Lambton Quay
- Michael Fowler Centre
- Mount Victoria Lookout
- Oriental Bay Beach
- Waikanae Beach
- Wellington Cable Car
- The Weta Cave
- Archives New Zealand
- Raumati Beach
- Beehive
- Oriental Parade
- Basin Reserve
- New Zealand Parliament Buildings
- ASB Sports Centre
