Elsdon 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 lively bars in this walkable area.

Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture

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

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.

Plimmerton Dog Park

Activities

Visit the stunning Kapiti Coast, an hour north of Wellington

Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City

AU$413
per adult
Wellington Region Full Day Private Tour: Get out of the City
The black rider is looking for something, or someone.

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$162
per adult
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour

AU$1,317
per adult
4-Day Wellington to Auckland via Rotorua Tour
Cable car over Auckland at dusk

3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour

AU$1,170
per adult
3-Day Wellington to Auckland Tour
Greenbelt

All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost

AU$340
per adult
All Who Wander Wellington Are Not Lost
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour

Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
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Our pick of the best Elsdon 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$110 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$110
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,508 reviews)
"the reception staff was very helpful,but there were 7 people in the queue and only 1 staff person n the desk,"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 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$184 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$184
28 July - 29 July
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Very quiet. Comfy bed. Good shower."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$164 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$164
18 July - 19 July
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! (1,002 reviews)
"I chose this hotel on the basis of its proximity to the train station, which is less than a block away. But, the Portlander bar/restaurant (inside the hotel building) was also very pleasant. No complaints."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

Rydges Wellington
Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay

4 out of 5
100 Oriental Parade, Oriental Bay, Wellington
The price is AU$172 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$172
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Good hotel in great location
"For a family group the room we chose, with one queen and two single beds was ideal. The room was tidy and clean. The location is very handy for the Te Papa end of Wellington too. Parking is available for a fee on a first come, first served basis."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Copthorne Hotel Wellington, Oriental Bay
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St, Wellington
The price is AU$108 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$108
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Very good customer service, great to have a restaurant on sight, and very handy to main shopping areas. Lovely comfy bed and cosy room."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

ibis Wellington
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington
The price is AU$143 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$143
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (1,313 reviews)
"Front Staff were excellent and it was easy to check in. Staff very friendly and helpful. Room was presented well. Bathroom was a bit tight but other amenities were clean and well presented."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Elsdon

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Porirua City Centre

Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Porirua City Centre
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Takapuwahia

While there might not be top attractions in Takapuwahia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Takapuwahia
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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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Kenepuru
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Ranui

While there might not be top attractions in Ranui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.

Ranui
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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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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.

Titahi Bay

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