Porirua City Centre Travel Guide
Porirua
Visit Porirua City Centre
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 charming cafes in this walkable area.
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.
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
Things to do
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)
Top hotels in Porirua City Centre
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Room was clean
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
Didn't have breakfast, so no comment. The major restaurant was closed, but the Peltonen had a simple menu and their food was excellent. Well done to who ever is in charge of Food & Beverage there
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Amenities was a delightful surprise (laundry wash/dry facilities)
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Rydges Wellington
Gave an early check in on a cold rainy day
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
ibis Wellington
A
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
The hotel is nice if a little run down. The staff are excellent but the surroundings of the hotel are a little dicey.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Porirua City Centre
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.
Takapuwahia
While there might not be top attractions in Takapuwahia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Ranui
While there might not be top attractions in Ranui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways.
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.
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.
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.
