Mana Travel Guide
Porirua
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 charming cafes in this walkable area.
Things to do

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

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

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Top hotels in Mana

Mana Motel
The parking was safe. The kitchen had what we needed to cook breakfast. We were happy with this Motel.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Brilliant central location with parking.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Great location for an early morning deoarture the next day Plenty of parking to drop off luggage & check-in
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Rydges Wellington
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Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Quiet, clean and well presented in the rooms. Booking parking in advance is best. Walkable to town, mostly undercover if it's raining.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
General vibe of the hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mana

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

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 The Cricket Museum.

Plimmerton
Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or The Cricket Museum while you're exploring the area.

Papakowhai
When in Papakowhai, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ascot Park
Ascot Park might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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 The Cricket Museum.
