Papakowhai Travel Guide

Porirua

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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.

Ascot Park Dog Exercise 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.

The Cricket Museum

Things to do

Yeastie Boys

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

฿1,120
per adult
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
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Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,267
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Time for a rest.

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

฿3,641
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

฿1,027
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

฿224
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

฿1,587
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
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Top hotels in Papakowhai

Aotea Lodge

Aotea Lodge

3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
The price is ฿2,622 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿2,622
฿3,016 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and ...
7.4/10 Good! (118 reviews)
"Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Aotea Lodge
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿2,327 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,327
฿2,676 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,614 reviews)
"Room was lovely and staff were super accommodating and kind"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is ฿3,338 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,338
฿3,839 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"The room is clean and very trendy. Nice views of the hinterland which is where the sunsets. The tram and shopping at Pacific Fair are a very short walk."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is ฿3,236 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,236
฿3,721 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Check in was easy and location is convenient walk around the city. Room was looking tired and the breakfast was very disappointing for the ridges"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is ฿2,628 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
฿2,628
฿3,022 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,368 reviews)
"Good central location"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington
The price is ฿2,475 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿2,475
฿2,846 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Best room option
"Stayed here several times and this is my favourite room so far"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Oaks Wellington Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai

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Aotea

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

Aotea
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Ascot Park

Ascot Park 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
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Paremata

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paremata and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Paremata
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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.

Titahi Bay
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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.

Mana
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Cannons Creek

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

Cannons Creek

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