Porirua Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Porirua
Where to stay in Porirua
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.
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.
Pukerua Bay
Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Porirua City Centre
Though Porirua City Centre 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.
Whitby
While Whitby 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 South Beach.
Harbour View Lodge
Bed was terrible. Photos were misleading
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Post Hotel
Clean room, safe where you only enter with pin number or key.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Moana Lodge - Guest House
Second visit here. Love the place. Great location, friendly staff and cosy room. Great kitchen everything you could need. Both my daughter and granddaughter give it a big thumbs up 👍 And want to stay there again.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was a moderate size. Kitchen was well stocked. In suite laundry was useful. Room was quiet. Bed was comfortable. Staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Adina CityLife Wellington
In town for a festival, this was a great central location to base ourselves. We were upgraded to a larger apartment which was huge! Shops, supermarket and food outlets right outside. Walking distance to the waterfront. Exceptional value for money.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Liberty Apartment Hotel
The staff was helpful and polite. Our studio was cozy and quiet. The location is excellent, close to everything.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
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 lively bars 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
