Papakowhai
Porirua
Visit Papakowhai
Popular places to visit
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.
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
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.
Things to do

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Papakowhai Hotel Deals

Aotea Lodge
Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Friendly staff. There is a lift going down to Lambton Quay which is very handy.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Nice clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Rydges Wellington
Drinks were excellent, open early for coffee
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Our stay at this property was great. Isabella who checked us in was so so helpful and patient with my questions. She showed us how to get to Lambton Quay in 3 minutes. Parking was great. Proximity to the city attractions,shopping,restaurants was amazingly close to the hotel.
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Great customer service, fabulous location, value for money.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Papakowhai

Aotea
Aotea 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.

Ascot Park
While there might not be top attractions in Ascot Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Paremata
Paremata 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.

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.

Mana
Mana is well-liked for its beaches and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Cannons Creek
Though Cannons Creek might 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.



