Papakowhai Travel Guide
Porirua
Visit Papakowhai
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.
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.
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 charming cafes in this walkable area.
Things to do

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

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

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Papakowhai

Harbour View Lodge
My room was clean. The Tv didn’t work, the fridge was a small makeup fridge not a bar fridge and the shower drain was blocked so flooded not just my bathroom but also my room and the hallway
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Great place to stay when flying out. Fantastic location, actually in the terminal building. Convenient restaurant, friendly and helpful staff, nice rooms. Recommend it!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Rydges Wellington
great stay loved the view - restaurant was delicious loved the garlic honey ciabatta and super easy to access waterfront
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
The breakfast was epic, the staff were competent (Yetkin was exceptional), and the rooms are honestly excellent. Very impressed!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

Bolton Hotel
Always a good stay.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai

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.

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

Paremata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paremata and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and South Beach.

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.

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.

