Plimmerton Travel Guide
Porirua

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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Things to do

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

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

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Top hotels in Plimmerton

Moana Lodge - Guest House
"All excellent. Amazing views too."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Great location nice room exclusive entry to a separate hotel lounge to relax good range of choices for breakfast"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Great value, modern, comfortable and a very convenient annd stress free option for catching an early flight."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
"Great location and friendly, professional staff. Room was exactly what we needed, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Great stay"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Rydges Wellington
"Wonderful location especially"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Plimmerton

Camborne
While Camborne 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.

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.

Hongoeka
Some popular features of Hongoeka include its cafes and beaches. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Plimmerton Beach or South Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

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.

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.
