Aotea
Porirua
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.
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 city heights shared sightseeing tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Top hotels in Aotea
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Great spot, central to the city"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"A bit like your own private Koru lounge. Great spot if you have an early flight out of Wellye especially if you have to drop off a rental car. Only gripe was the large number of empty room service trays in the hallway on the way to the room. Apart from that it is a great option if you're tight on ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Shower pressure wasn't great."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Bring your earplugs and be prepared for cold showers. The walls are very thin, hot water broke down, but staff were exceptional"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"The room was exactly as advertised"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"The staff were very helpful and willingness to go over and beyond made our stay worth while."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aotea
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.
Papakowhai
When in Papakowhai, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Waitangirua
Though Waitangirua may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plimmerton Beach and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
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.
