Porirua
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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.

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.

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.

Mana
Beaches and spas are just a few things travelers like about Mana. A stop by South Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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.

Harbour View Lodge
My room was clean. The Tv didn’t work, the fridge was a small makeup fridge not a bar fridge and the shower drain was blocked so flooded not just my bathroom but also my room and the hallway
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

The Post Hotel
Clean room, safe where you only enter with pin number or key.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026

Aotea Lodge
Currently under renovation, staff really friendly and helpful, went out of their to help us store bikes.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

The Plimmerton Beach House
So nice to be able to hear the sea while sleeping. The location was excellent and everything about the place was perfect. Looking forward to a return visit.
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views
Great stay, perfect location :)
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
We had a parking pass and luckily there was one spot left. Not much of a view, but we were only there to sleep for 2 nights.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Popular places to visit
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
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 charming cafes in this walkable area.
Things to do

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
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- Brendan Beach
- Interislander Ferry Terminal
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