Ranui Travel Guide
Porirua
Popular places to visit
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
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.
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
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Top hotels in Ranui
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Clean room. Good location. Easy check in. What more do you need ?
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Quick check-in & out, great rooms, good breakfast
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Rydges Wellington
Breakfast was fine. Plenty to choose from.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
Awesome as always
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
ibis Wellington
Everything was pretty good. Only inconvenience was having a room for two with only one chair at the desk. Tv was outdated and couldn't connect to apps. Minor things in the grand scheme of life
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
A great location, close to the town. Quiet and clean. Just what we needed in the city, and the basic kitchen was a bonus.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ranui
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.
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.
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.
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.
Waitangirua
Though Waitangirua may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plimmerton Beach and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
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.
