Aotea Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area

After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua.

Ascot Park Dog Exercise 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.

The Cricket Museum

Activities

Time for a rest.

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

AU$171
per adult
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

AU$75
per adult
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$154
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

AU$53
per adult
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Checkout the view from Mt Victoria!

Half Day Guided Tour in Wellington including Cable Car

AU$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Half Day Guided Tour in Wellington including Cable Car
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Our pick of the best Aotea Hotel Deals

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor

4.5 out of 5
147 The Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$121 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$121
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,622 reviews)
"As usual a pleasant stay. Lives up tp expectations"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Rydges Wellington Airport

Rydges Wellington Airport

4.5 out of 5
28 Stewart Duff Drive, Rongotai, Wellington
The price is AU$181 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$181
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,012 reviews)
"Over night stay, very comfortable bed, heaps of food options with Airport Terminal below quick and easy check out"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$175 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$175
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Room was clean. Hotel is centrally located ."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Rydges Wellington
Willis Wellington Hotel

Willis Wellington Hotel

3.5 out of 5
355 Willis St, Wellington
The price is AU$96 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$96
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Good for one night on a quick trip to Wellington."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Willis Wellington Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$154 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$154
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,376 reviews)
"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

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Bolton Hotel

Bolton Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Corner of Bolton & Mowbray Streets, Wellington
The price is AU$165 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$165
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We had a fabulous stay. The bed was very comfortable, the room cozy, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the buffet breakfast was easily among the best we have had staying in hotels around the world."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Bolton Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Aotea

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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.

Ascot Park
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Papakowhai

When in Papakowhai, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Papakowhai
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Waitangirua

Though Waitangirua 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.

Waitangirua
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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.

Cannons Creek
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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.

Paremata
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Whitby

While Whitby 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.

Whitby

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