Porirua

Travel Guide

A coastal town with a bay, surrounded by hills and a cloudy sky.
A coastal town at dusk with a river, illuminated streets, and residential areas.
A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, a river, and distant mountains.
A calm harbor with several boats docked, a clear blue sky, and a hillside with houses in the background.
A coastal landscape with a winding river, sandy beaches, and a distant mountain range.

Where to stay in Porirua

Find the best Porirua areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Porirua
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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.

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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Titahi Bay

When in Titahi Bay, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A coastal road with a view of the ocean and hills.

Pukerua Bay

Travelers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Porirua City Centre

While visiting Porirua City Centre, you might make a stop by sights like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Porirua Harbour.

Harbour View Lodge

Harbour View Lodge

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
$48 nightly
The price is $56 total per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
$56 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach are ...
Harbour View Lodge
The Post Hotel

The Post Hotel

2 out of 5
3 Serlby Place Porirua Wellington Porirua
$68 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Oct 3 to Oct 4
$80 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and concierge services. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ...
7.8/10 Good! (65 reviews)
"Good location."

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

The Post Hotel
Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road Porirua
$91 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$104 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Pataka ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (440 reviews)
"This place was conveniently near motorway, very clean, tidy and warm."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

Amethyst Court Motorlodge
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The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua Wellington
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions South Beach and Plimmerton Beach ...
The Plimmerton Beach House
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,613 reviews)
"Convenient to Lambton Quay, clean and has everything you need for a few nights. Having a washing machine was great."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Adina CityLife Wellington

Adina CityLife Wellington

4 out of 5
300 Lambton Quay Wellington
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
Adina CityLife Wellington
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Stay near popular Porirua attractions

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

7.2/10 (7 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

$20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Mātiu/Somes Island

Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise

$45
per adult
Wellington 90 minute Harbour Cruise
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight

$100
per adult
Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight
Cruise through stunning Oriental Bay, one of Wellingtons most desirable suburbs!

Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including guided tour at Te Papa

$169
per adult
Full Day Guided Wellington Tour including guided tour at Te Papa
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

$63
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
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Cities near Porirua

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Wellington

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Lower Hutt

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