Title: Porirua Travel Guide: Best of Porirua, Greater Wellington Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Porirua](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Hotels.d6149797.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Porirua](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Holiday-Rentals.d6149797.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Porirua](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Porirua.d6149797.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Porirua Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Porirua.d6149797.Car-Hire-Guide)[Porirua Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua.d6149797.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Porirua Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![ニュージーランド　ポリルア　Spinnaker Summit Lookout ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/0f286a9c-3d73-4c53-a0f8-daff858ccdc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ニュージーランド　ポリルア　Spinnaker Summit Lookout ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/0f286a9c-3d73-4c53-a0f8-daff858ccdc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paremata to Porirua at night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/c38fb4ff-a92f-4070-82fc-b486fd82c213.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic View of yachts and boats reflecting in the water docked in Porirua near Wellington New Zealand on a calm sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/812d1efc-a607-4738-9946-3ae19555b558.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#TroveOn A panoramic view of the Kapiti coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/43cce81d-a1c6-4497-a714-f2f62608803e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Porirua Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Porirua ![#TroveOn A panoramic view of the Kapiti coast](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/43cce81d-a1c6-4497-a714-f2f62608803e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Plimmerton.dx6346110) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Plimmerton Beach. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Titahi-Bay.dx553248635976007660) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pukerua Bay Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Pukerua-Bay.dx553248633429318425) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 The Cricket Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Porirua-City-Centre.dx693181639909363712) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 The Cricket Museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Whitby.dx553248635976008228) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mana Visitors to Mana like its beaches and spas, and South Beach is a sight worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Region-Mana.dx3000475205) - Top hotels in Porirua - Top Holiday Rentals in Porirua ![Harbour View Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121560000/121552500/121552412/a3a9681c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Harbour View Apartment 5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region £55 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews) The room and bathroom were clean Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=121552412&PinnedHotelID=121552412&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6149797) ![Aotea Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19380000/19372000/19371975/09a8eb37_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aotea Lodge 65 Whitford Brown Ave Porirua Porirua £74 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton ... 7.6/10 Good! (139 reviews) Lovely stay and a convenient location. The hosts are beautiful people and went out of their way to help when I had a few minor issues with the TV. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for budget-friendly accommodation. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=19371975&PinnedHotelID=19371975&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6149797) ![The Plimmerton Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60670000/60662000/60661917/3c728f30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Plimmerton Beach House Porirua Wellington Stay at this beach holiday home in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews) Great place to stay will definitely be returning. Great beach to swim in and loved the spa. Close to supermarket. Great coffee shops near by. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=60661917&PinnedHotelID=60661917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6149797) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=60661917&PinnedHotelID=60661917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6149797) [See all 669 properties in Porirua](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6149797) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Plimmerton Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60670000/60662000/60661917/3c728f30_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Plimmerton Beach House Porirua Wellington Stay at this beach holiday home in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews) Great place to stay will definitely be returning. Great beach to swim in and loved the spa. Close to supermarket. Great coffee shops near by. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Hotels-The-Plimmerton-Beach-House.h60661917.Hotel-Information) ![Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31620000/31613400/31613320/b5673c42_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views Plimmerton Porirua Stay at this cottage in Porirua. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions The Cricket Museum and Plimmerton Beach ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews) Clean & cosy Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Porirua-Hotels-Aspen-Cottage-Stylish-Cottage-With-Sea-Views.h31613320.Hotel-Information) ![A LUX Room with Ensuite close to Beach and Train station ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57350000/57347500/57347466/w1354h828x1y0-4dc52c23_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### A LUX Room with Ensuite close to Beach and Train station Porirua Wellington Stay at this holiday home in Porirua. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are located ... Beautiful house and lovely family. When I saw the room however, I asked the host to consider giving me a refund or a partial refund despite their policy. I rented for 3 nights and stayed zero minutes. The problem was, that the room felt too enclosed. The room is downstairs - I don't recall the room ... Reviewed on 12 Aug 2024 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Hotels-A-Room-Close-To-Beach-And-Train-Station.h57347466.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Porirua](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6149797&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Cricket-Museum-Plimmerton.d553248621532610586.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pataka-Museum-Of-Arts-And-Culture-Porirua-City-Centre.d6108082.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plimmerton-Dog-Park-Plimmerton.d906194446616514560.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Time for a rest.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/db430be4-9867-4f71-8344-c2d934f71c73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast £86 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-exclusive-access-to-wellingtons-secret-coast.a47048934.activity-details) ![Wellington Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396467/f0ad91f8-0d40-4c7a-b8bc-b3d1400c4f39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington Electric Bike Rental £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellington-electric-bike-rental.a1396467.activity-details) ![The black rider is looking for something, or someone.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/77d5df68-a7f0-4c0a-8482-f2102384b0ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour £77 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellingtons-original-hd-lotr-experience-includes-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) ![Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44986663/8ee46870-0807-408f-bce7-04ffb8d4508a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kombucha-rum-and-craft-beer-private-tour.a44986663.activity-details) ![Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48214902/34e78d05-cbfb-4b26-a3b5-35590c245bce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-guided-tour-ticket.a48214902.activity-details) ![ Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45273253/5986cd2e-89ae-42b1-ab8d-408930e7290d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/weta-workshop-guided-transfers-tour.a45273253.activity-details) [See all activities in Porirua](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Porirua.d6149797.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Porirua ![Mount Victoria Lookout featuring a bay or harbour, a city and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108412/789a64f7-293c-4d5a-8c13-569da4658460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wellington ![Lower Hutt](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55359/226506a3-3ec5-484b-b8ec-193ba1e9dda9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lower Hutt - Cities near Porirua - Places of interest [Wellington](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington.dx6127327) - [Brendan Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Brendan-Beach-Greater-Wellington.d553248621532610587.Attraction) - [Interislander Ferry Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Interislander-Ferry-Terminal-Pipitea.d6156267.Attraction) - [Te Papa ](https://expedia.co.uk/Te-Papa-Te-Aro.d6108396.Attraction) - [Cuba Street Mall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cuba-Street-Mall-Te-Aro.d6125704.Attraction) - [Courtenay Place ](https://expedia.co.uk/Courtenay-Place-Te-Aro.d6158687.Attraction) - [The Weta Cave ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Weta-Cave-Miramar.d6156265.Attraction) - [Oriental Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Oriental-Bay-Beach-Wellington.d6108410.Attraction) - [Raumati Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Raumati-Beach-Raumati-South.d6069723.Attraction) - [New Zealand Parliament Buildings ](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Zealand-Parliament-Buildings-Pipitea.d6219566.Attraction) - [Wellington Cable Car ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Cable-Car-Wellington-CBD.d6158683.Attraction) - [Wellington Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wellington-Zoo-Newtown.d6112760.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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