Papakowhai

Porirua

Popular places to visit

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 top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

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.

Plimmerton Dog Park

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.

The Cricket Museum

Things to do

Visit the stunning Kapiti Coast, an hour north of Wellington

Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

S$343
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
Greenbelt

All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

S$285
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

S$133
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

S$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Time for a rest.

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

S$149
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
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Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors

S$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Te Papa Museum Entry International Visitors
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Top hotels in Papakowhai

Aotea Lodge
Aotea Lodge
3 out of 5
65 Whitford Brown Ave, Porirua, Porirua
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a business center, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and ...
7.4/10 Good! (103 reviews)
"Large room with new fittings and comfy beds. Owners and management lovely and sought to make our two night stay as comfortable as could be. Good parking, Next to Police College and couple minutes from Porirua - 15 mins to Wellington. Thank you."

Reviewed on 24 May, 2025

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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is S$127 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$127
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,469 reviews)
"Wonderful strong shower much appreciated to start our busy days."

Reviewed on 11 Jun, 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington
4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is S$152 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$152
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Conveniently located in the downtown district. Great location if you are taking the ferry"

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Rydges Wellington
Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington Airport
4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is S$158 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
S$158
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Rebecca in the restaurant was amazing and great with the menue and service …top job !"

Reviewed on 11 Jun, 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Naumi Studio Wellington
Naumi Studio Wellington
4 out of 5
223 Cuba Street, Wellington, Wellington
The price is S$100 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$100
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (774 reviews)
"Easy, clean, central"

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

Naumi Studio Wellington
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Oaks Wellington Hotel
4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington
The price is S$115 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$115
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Nice, but needs some repairs!
"The room was nice, we had a free upgrade too. The shower, however, was a bit of a nightmare, its pole kept slipping off the wall, a nd it lacks a door on the shower stall. This would be okay, but the floor sloped back toward the room carpet, rather than the drain. Earthquake damage? They gave us ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai

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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.

Aotea
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Ascot Park

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

Ascot Park
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Paremata

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

Paremata
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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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.

Titahi Bay
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Mana

Mana is well liked for its beaches and spas. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Mana
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Cannons Creek

When in Cannons Creek, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cannons Creek

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