Paremata 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.
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.
Things to do

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

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

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Top hotels in Paremata

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Great location nice room exclusive entry to a separate hotel lounge to relax good range of choices for breakfast"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport

Naumi Studio Wellington
"Great location and friendly, professional staff. Room was exactly what we needed, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Rydges Wellington
"Wonderful location especially"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

ibis Wellington
"Room was fine for an older hotel - clean with standard amenities. Air conditioning barely functioned which made for uncomfortable sleeping. For the price, the room was okay."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Paremata

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

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.

Camborne
While Camborne 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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

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.

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.
