Porirua City Centre Travel Guide
Porirua
Visit Porirua City Centre
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
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Porirua City Centre
Amethyst Court Motorlodge
Room was clean! Private and quiet. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Great location. Room was clean but a bit worn. That said, good value for the money. Staff was friendly and excellent breakfast included
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Great for flights.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Rydges Wellington
Receptionist and concierge extremely helpful and polite.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and close to town. Washer dryer was great for doing a load of washing.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Bolton Hotel
Great service, clean and tidy room
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Porirua City Centre
Elsdon
Though Elsdon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Takapuwahia
While there might not be top attractions in Takapuwahia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Ranui
While there might not be top attractions in Ranui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways.
Cannons Creek
When in Cannons Creek, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Kenepuru
While Kenepuru 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 Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
