Papakowhai Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Papakowhai
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.
Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area
After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.
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.
Activities
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion
Our pick of the best Papakowhai Hotel Deals
Aotea Lodge
Everything was good, other than the weather it was very nice, thankyou
Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Super place to stay when in Wellington. Check-in seamless and professional. Katey did a great job, Nothing to improve on here.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Easy access to make flight changes. Very quiet room.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Rydges Wellington
Drinks were excellent, open early for coffee
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Very comfortable and easy to get to, convenient parking etc. Lots of dining options close by. Walking distance from all major attractions in Wellington. No frills just a very comfortable and clean room with everything we needed.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Willis Wellington Hotel
Good for one night on a quick trip to Wellington.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Papakowhai
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
