Paraparaumu Beach Travel Guide
Paraparaumu

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Popular places to visit

Southward Car Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Southward Car Museum in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Paraparaumu Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paraparaumu Beach during your travels in Paraparaumu Beach?
Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Paraparaumu at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club.
Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu Beach.
Kena Kena Park
Explore the great outdoors at Kena Kena Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.
Te Atiawa Park
Explore the great outdoors at Te Atiawa Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.
Things to do

8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island
Top hotels in Paraparaumu Beach

U Studios Paraparaumu, SureStay Collection by BW
The staff had everything in order for a late arrival. Very smooth. My only negative would be there were no instructions on how to turn on the spa bath. I will say even without the bubbles it felt wonderful after a long travel day!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Wrights By The Sea Motel
parking was easy and secure
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
What a warm welcome, impeccably clean, comfortable, and elegant place to stay. The flowers in the garden were beautiful and our host was kind to show us all around the property when we arrived. The pool and hot tub were very well maintained but alas, we didn’t have time to enjoy those. The kitchenette ...
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Harbour View Lodge
Midnight check in no issues. Room clean and staff great.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Silverstream Retreat
Staff were all amazing
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

The Post Hotel
Clean room, safe where you only enter with pin number or key.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Paraparaumu Beach

Otaihanga
Otaihanga is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve or Southward Car Museum.

Paraparaumu Central
If you're spending some time in Paraparaumu Central, Putangirua Pinnacles and Coastlands Shoppingtown are top sights worth seeing.

Raumati Beach
While visiting Raumati Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Paraparaumu Beach and Raumati Beach.

Nikau Valley
When in Nikau Valley, you can plan a visit to Southward Car Museum and Putangirua Pinnacles, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Raumati South
While Raumati South isn't home to many top sights, Raumati Beach and Coastlands Shoppingtown are some notable places to visit nearby.

Maungakotukutuku
While there might not be top attractions in Maungakotukutuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Coastlands Shoppingtown and Lindale Park.

