Waitangirua Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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

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

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

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour

AU$157
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

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

AU$161
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket

AU$91
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
Wellington Electric Bike Rental

Wellington Electric Bike Rental

AU$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Coast to the Weta cave

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour

AU$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

AU$144
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
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Our pick of the best Waitangirua 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$99 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$99
4 May - 5 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,726 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

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$163 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$163
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Great place, very convenient to the airport..

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
Rydges Wellington

Rydges Wellington

4.5 out of 5
75 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$159 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$159
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Rooms old, air conditioning unit was very loud and could not change heat setting. Minimal parking available

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Rydges Wellington
ibis Wellington

ibis Wellington

3.5 out of 5
153 Featherston St Wellington
The price is AU$107 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$107
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wellington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Location is very good , breakfast is ok

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

ibis Wellington
Oaks Wellington Hotel

Oaks Wellington Hotel

4.5 out of 5
89 Courtenay Place Wellington Wellington
The price is AU$131 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$131
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Fantastic staff

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
Gilmer Apartment Hotel

Gilmer Apartment Hotel

3.5 out of 5
10 Gilmer Terrace Wellington
The price is AU$119 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$119
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Wellington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,519 reviews)
Easy to find and suited our family

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Waitangirua

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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.

Cannons Creek
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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 South Beach.

Whitby
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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.

Aotea
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Ascot Park

Ascot Park might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ascot Park
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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.

Ranui
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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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