Takapuwahia
Porirua
Visit Takapuwahia
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 lively bars in this walkable area.
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
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
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Top hotels in Takapuwahia
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Awesome breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Apr, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Very convenient for early flights from Wellington airport with no need to walk outside to access Departures. Overall staff, hotel amenities, and room were very good. However, the washroom vent was quite noisy which was bothersome.
Reviewed on 23 Apr, 2026
Rydges Wellington
Great location and breakfast sadly got parking ticket outside. Unsure of what was available or not.
Reviewed on 21 Apr, 2026
ibis Wellington
Although quite dated, it was still very convenient and the location was very useful having just gotten off the ferry.
Reviewed on 23 Apr, 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
Very nice hotel except the parking is hard to get in and hard to get out! Location is great!
Reviewed on 25 Apr, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Great for value and close to city with shortcuts
Reviewed on 25 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Takapuwahia
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.
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.
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.
Papakowhai
When in Papakowhai, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
