Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Porirua April 2026 | Expedia.ca [Porirua Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Porirua.dx6149797)[Hotels in Porirua](https://expedia.ca/Porirua-Hotels.d6149797.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Porirua](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Porirua.d6149797.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Porirua Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Porirua.d6149797.Car-Rental-Guide)[Porirua Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Porirua.d6149797.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Porirua ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Porirua Types of activities Where to stay [Porirua travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Porirua.dx6149797) ![ニュージーランド　ポリルア　Spinnaker Summit Lookout ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/0f286a9c-3d73-4c53-a0f8-daff858ccdc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Paremata to Porirua at night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/c38fb4ff-a92f-4070-82fc-b486fd82c213.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic View of yachts and boats reflecting in the water docked in Porirua near Wellington New Zealand on a calm sunny day](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/812d1efc-a607-4738-9946-3ae19555b558.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Tītahi Bay beach, Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand. Surf Life Saving Club at left, boatsheds and houses in distance. Panoramic view.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/4604b401-22c4-462f-9bf6-6918eed64c2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![New Zealand Porirua Beach At Low Tide](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/ac8db6d7-3f23-4a6f-afd3-5276dc7d7f33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Porirua Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Porirua has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Porirua is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Porirua to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Porirua Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. 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Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Porirua attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Porirua ### Tours & day trips [See all 88 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47049360/9ab55774-da07-41ac-8759-53ff73b13b55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour 4h 9.8/10 72 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour-including-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/939ea9d1-679b-439b-b80b-c83b52060e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast 3h 30m 10/10 67 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48214902/34e78d05-cbfb-4b26-a3b5-35590c245bce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket 1h 30m 9.6/10 120 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-experience-and-guided-tour.a48214902.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47027490/04ae55e7-75c5-4b18-91af-8e607c44289f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta 4h 9.8/10 78 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-lord-of-the-rings-half-day-tour.a47027490.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4553694/59fc92f7-72f2-44cc-a1c3-8c4a5b07a4de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket 9.4/10 143 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $10 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5246562/d91ac7a0-5389-43d2-8ccd-12db322185e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour 4h 9.4/10 67 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $152 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lord-of-rings-half-day-tour.a5246562.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47606056/29a382af-2675-455c-b70d-ca992282574b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington 2h 30m 10/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-small-group-walking-tour-in-wellington.a47606056.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51757402/efd2c850-d7bb-438a-930f-7aaee831a7a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket 3h 9.8/10 68 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $71 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-guided-city-tour-with-cable-car-ticket.a51757402.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/467476/f02c447f-f801-45af-9a5c-c06ad18f0e71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa 1h+ 10/10 6 verified reviews Free cancellation available CA $28 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-tour-admission-to-the-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395849/8640e48a-edba-4b0b-a376-e0e2fc8ba2d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Auckland Māori Cultural Tour with Indigenous Guide & West Coast 8h 10/10 15 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $396 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/auckland-maori-tour.a1395849.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 26 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51624468/9726fd81-2216-4087-9342-f0efda9faf54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Self-Guided Tour to Wellington 8h 30m Free cancellation available CA $11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-self-guided-tour-to-wellington.a51624468.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington Lord of the Rings Private Shore Tour (3.5 Hours)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51607032/337fa448-013a-431d-be50-337e975680f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Lord of the Rings Private Shore Tour (3.5 Hours) 3h 30m CA $296 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-lord-of-the-rings-private-shore-tour-3-5-hours.a51607032.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4003994/edafc890-9649-48da-bd49-70c5e4a77d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington 9h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $877 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-south-wairarapa-full-day-tour-from-wellington.a4003994.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Baring Head Lighthouse Wainuiomata](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51523410/14c9baea-93f3-4cf4-b8b4-48e7345e1a90.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Baring Head Lighthouse Wainuiomata 6h Free cancellation available CA $120 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/baring-head-lighthouse-wainuiomata.a51523410.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![PRIVATE Full Day Lord of the Rings and Weta plus keepsake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50687345/07500977-3d98-4aff-8a75-4da5f3d4d7ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### PRIVATE Full Day Lord of the Rings and Weta plus keepsake 6h 30m Free cancellation available CA $340 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-full-day-lord-of-the-rings-and-weta-including-keepsake.a50687345.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![PRIVATE Lord of the Rings 1/2 Day Tour including keepsake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50395710/c34c373d-04c0-4d0c-8745-b55d9f73346f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### PRIVATE Lord of the Rings 1/2 Day Tour including keepsake 4h Free cancellation available CA $380 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-lord-of-the-rings-1-2-day-tour-including-keepsake.a50395710.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington Highlights Half Day Private Shore Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51578698/8b3a54b5-f6ce-4ef4-9654-af102ab60c85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Highlights Half Day Private Shore Tour 3h 30m CA $296 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-highlights-half-day-private-shore-tour.a51578698.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington Private One Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50643952/b2c801d8-fe74-4d68-967b-5bb38828d783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Private One Day Tour 6h Free cancellation available CA $1,391 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-private-one-day-tour.a50643952.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3984647/6639595c-0233-4106-8ea5-defcb0af9375.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### A Taste of Wellington: Wellington Foodie Delights Tour 8h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $885 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/a-taste-of-wellington-wellington-foodie-delights-tour.a3984647.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4005297/f8773886-59ed-4481-be00-34f1cd6b3932.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington 8h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $781 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/7-hour-private-scenic-kapiti-coast-tour-from-wellington.a4005297.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 25 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/939ea9d1-679b-439b-b80b-c83b52060e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast 3h 30m 10/10 67 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington: Half Day Seal Coast Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47026956/02fca0e0-b812-40ee-ad0f-a9f5dfa5e77e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Half Day Seal Coast Safari 3h 30m 10/10 68 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-half-day-seal-coast-safari.a47026956.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Guided Wellington Tour by Electric Bike](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395808/cc4d6e8c-9065-45fa-8195-239b8026b214.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Wellington Tour by Electric Bike 4h 10/10 84 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-wellington-sightseeing-tour-by-electric-bike.a1395808.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46501358/cb74264a-39ff-4ccf-8a6e-06e52216d06f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Remutaka Rail Trail eBike Cycle Tour 6h 10/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $176 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-ebike-explorer-cycle-tour.a46501358.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4003994/edafc890-9649-48da-bd49-70c5e4a77d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic South Wairarapa Full Day Tour from Wellington 9h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $877 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-south-wairarapa-full-day-tour-from-wellington.a4003994.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396467/f0ad91f8-0d40-4c7a-b8bc-b3d1400c4f39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Electric Bike Rental 1d 9.8/10 40 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-wellington-self-guided-electric-bike-tour.a1396467.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395445/e2d35b06-3535-4910-97a5-aa7598b0b353.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Easy Rider Two-Hour Wellington eBike Tour 2h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $116 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/intro-to-wellington-bike-tour.a1395445.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1397354/2fb2bf22-8eb5-455f-ab9f-3c32235bc800.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour 6h 10/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $160 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/remutaka-rail-trail-explorer-cycle-tour.a1397354.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington Hiking Tour: Climb & Unwind Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50892915/50b1b41e-2e62-414d-aa18-b18c91e8ae06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Hiking Tour: Climb & Unwind Experience 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mount-victoria-early-evening-climb-unwind-experience.a50892915.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395141/468c731b-38c7-442f-a536-69de353c2ea6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington Guided eBike Tour-Cruise Shore Excursion 4h 10/10 37 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-electric-bike-tour.a1395141.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47048934/939ea9d1-679b-439b-b80b-c83b52060e28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast 3h 30m 10/10 67 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington: Half Day Seal Coast Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47026956/02fca0e0-b812-40ee-ad0f-a9f5dfa5e77e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington: Half Day Seal Coast Safari 3h 30m 10/10 68 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-half-day-seal-coast-safari.a47026956.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Fully customisable tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47095941/bb7dc8a8-deee-46b8-8a4d-490fb505963a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fully customisable tours 12h Free cancellation available CA $196 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/fully-customisable-tours.a47095941.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45891131/04a195c7-d5b2-4431-9953-1dce5191dc43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scenic Wellington Helicopter Flight 9m 10/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scenic-wellington-helicopter-flight.a45891131.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wellington South Coast Discovery Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46534134/382b1e6f-9718-4c78-ad5f-88468a1eb0d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wellington South Coast Discovery Helicopter Flight 40m 9.6/10 5 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $300 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-south-coast-discovery-helicopter-flight.a46534134.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ![Wharekauhau Heli-lunch from Wellington](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45272252/023e2aaa-041f-4a50-be16-9a11f264612f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wharekauhau Heli-lunch from Wellington 3h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $667 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wharekauhau-degustation-heli-lunch.a45272252.activity-details?&rid=6149797&location=Porirua&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Porirua | Number of things to do | 91 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-return-cable-car-ticket.a4553694.activity-details): CA $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details)[Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour](/things-to-do/wellington-city-heights-shared-tour.a46489342.activity-details)[Wellington Electric Bike Rental](/things-to-do/full-day-wellington-self-guided-electric-bike-tour.a1396467.activity-details)[Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](/things-to-do/wellingtons-half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour-including-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details)[1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)](/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-wellington.a49240475.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details)[1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)](/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-wellington.a49240475.activity-details)[Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](/things-to-do/guided-tour-admission-to-the-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.activity-details)[Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket](/things-to-do/wellington-weta-workshop-experience-and-guided-tour.a48214902.activity-details)[Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour](/things-to-do/weta-workshop-experience-with-guided-transfers.a45273253.activity-details) | | With kids | [Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details)[Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour](/things-to-do/wellington-city-heights-shared-tour.a46489342.activity-details)[Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](/things-to-do/wellingtons-half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour-including-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details)[1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)](/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-wellington.a49240475.activity-details)[Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](/things-to-do/guided-tour-admission-to-the-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.activity-details) | ## What to do in Porirua --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Porirua #### Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area After visiting Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Porirua. [](https://expedia.ca/Ascot-Park-Dog-Exercise-Area-Waitangirua.d906192699934265344.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Plimmerton-Dog-Park-Plimmerton.d906194446616514560.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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 charming cafes in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Pataka-Museum-Of-Arts-And-Culture-Porirua-City-Centre.d6108082.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Cricket Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at The Cricket Museum during your travels in Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Cricket-Museum-Plimmerton.d553248621532610586.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Porirua ![Plimmerton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6149797/43cce81d-a1c6-4497-a714-f2f62608803e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Plimmerton Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or South Beach while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Porirua-Plimmerton.dx6346110) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Porirua City Centre While Porirua City Centre isn't home to many top sights, Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.ca/Porirua-Porirua-City-Centre.dx693181639909363712) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Titahi Bay When in Titahi Bay, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.ca/Porirua-Titahi-Bay.dx553248635976007660) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Pukerua Bay Travelers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.ca/Porirua-Pukerua-Bay.dx553248633429318425) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mana Beaches and spas are just a few things travelers like about Mana. A stop by South Beach is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wellington-Region-Mana.dx3000475205) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Whitby While Whitby might 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Porirua-Whitby.dx553248635976008228) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Porirua ![Wellington](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6108412/789a64f7-293c-4d5a-8c13-569da4658460.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wellington ![Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand. Panoramic aerial view. Hutt River flows out to sea above Petone Beach at far right. Wainuiomata over the hill at top right.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55359/1717d931-3ba5-4ad2-880a-850792784c25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Lower Hutt ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Porirua worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Porirua? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Porirua? ### Is three days enough to stay in Porirua? ### What are some activities to do in Porirua with kids? > - [Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/seal-coast-safari-tour-by-4x4.a47048934.activity-details) > - [Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellington-city-heights-shared-tour.a46489342.activity-details) > - [Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wellingtons-half-day-lord-of-the-rings-tour-including-weta-tour.a47049360.activity-details) > - [1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-tour-in-wellington.a49240475.activity-details) > - [Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-tour-admission-to-the-museum-of-new-zealand-te-papa-tongarewa.a467476.activity-details) ### What to do in Porirua for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Porirua? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app