Plimmerton Travel Guide

Porirua

#TroveOn A panoramic view of the Kapiti coast
#TroveOn A panoramic view of the Kapiti coast

Popular places to visit

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.

Plimmerton Dog Park

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

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 lively bars in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

Things to do

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

฿1,117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

฿3,258
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

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

฿3,631
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

฿652
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

฿1,099
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

฿1,583
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
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Top hotels in Plimmerton

Moana Lodge - Guest House

Moana Lodge - Guest House

2 out of 5
49 Moana Road Porirua Wellington
The price is ฿2,942 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
฿2,942
฿3,384 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
Big and cozy community area.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Moana Lodge - Guest House
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai Wellington
The price is ฿3,737 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿3,737
฿4,297 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
So convenient for travellers with the hotel being right beside the domestic terminal building

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace Wellington
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,626 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
฿2,626
฿3,020 total
3 Apr - 4 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,724 reviews)
Location very central, Whitby restaurant had a good selection of food. Room was clean and tidy.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is ฿3,251 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿3,251
฿3,739 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Rydges Wellington is a lovely hotel and I'll definitely be coming again. The room is spacious, clean and comfortable, the buffet breakfast is delicious and there's any amenity you could want

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026

Rydges Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is ฿3,487 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿3,487
฿4,010 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,478 reviews)
Clean, large room. Good location.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
West Plaza Hotel

West Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
110 Wakefield Street Wellington
The price is ฿2,386 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿2,386
฿2,744 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Reception staff were great!

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

West Plaza Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Plimmerton

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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.

Camborne
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Mana

Visitors to Mana like its beaches and spas, and South Beach is a sight worth a stop.

Mana
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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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Hongoeka

Some popular features of Hongoeka include its cafes and beaches. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Plimmerton Beach or Brendan Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Hongoeka
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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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Titahi Bay
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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.

Papakowhai

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