Whitby
Porirua
Popular places to visit
Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture during your travels in Porirua. Check out 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.
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.
Things to do
Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket
Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington Electric Bike Rental
Whitby Hotel Deals
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Central located, pleasant rooms"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Rydges Wellington Airport
"Overnight stay as had a very early flight, boarding at 5.20am. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Hotel is attached to the airport we had checked in for our flight by 4.00am and went back in our room."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Rydges Wellington
"Very handy location, staff very friendly, great breakfast, spacious room and very comfortable bed"
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Very convenient. Booked the parking which was excellent. The room provided everything needed when travelling. Great bed. Thanks"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
"Great location and friendly, professional staff. Room was exactly what we needed, clean, and well appointed."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Oaks Wellington Hotel
"Perfect place to stay if you’re on a short time trip or even a long stay trip very convenient"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Whitby
Ascot Park
While there might not be top attractions in Ascot Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Waitangirua
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waitangirua and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and Queensgate Shopping Centre.
Aotea
Aotea 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
Paremata might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and South Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Papakowhai
While there might not be top attractions in Papakowhai, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach.
Cannons Creek
Though Cannons Creek might 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.
