Plimmerton Travel Guide
Porirua

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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.
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.
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.
Things to do

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

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

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Top hotels in Plimmerton

Moana Lodge - Guest House
"All excellent. Amazing views too."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Super location and great facilities."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Fantastic. Right in the Wellington Airport. Easy to find. Thick windows no airplane noise. Super comfy bed. And dynamite breakfast buffet (not included with room but only $20USD. They have one at Sydney Airport as well. Top notch all around"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Rydges Wellington
"Good bar, and bar food, and as a solo traveller, it was able to take bar food up to my room."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"The location was excellent— very close to shopping, restaurants and attractions. The staff was helpful, but not overly friendly except the young lady who checked us in. The in unit washer was helpful, but did not dry the clothes well."
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Walking distance to shops, cafes etc. Friendly, helpful staff. Reasonable breakfast."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Plimmerton
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 South Beach.
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.
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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Aotea
When in Aotea, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
