Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Paraparaumu April 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Paraparaumu](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Hotels.d2863.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Paraparaumu](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Paraparaumu.d2863.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Paraparaumu Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Paraparaumu.d2863.Car-Rental-Guide)[Paraparaumu Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu.d2863.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Paraparaumu ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Paraparaumu Types of activities Where to stay [Paraparaumu travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu.dx2863) ![ニュージーランド　パエカカリキ・エスカープメント・トラックから見えるカピティ島](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2863/bdea274e-626f-4d52-a818-194d2a2e1057.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kapiti Island Bird Sanctuary Beach Panorama, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2863/5acec6f8-696c-46fa-aaa4-fb53e67d7ded.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kapiti Island Bird Sanctuary Beach Panorama, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384131/65d25742-cee2-4f3e-8d2b-73a46386cff4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ニュージーランド　パエカカリキ・エスカープメント・トラックから見えるカピティ島](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2863/84a3e588-b8ba-46a2-be52-8e4da10bd457.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ニュージーランド　パエカカリキ・エスカープメント・トラックから見えるカピティ島](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2863/af207106-89fc-48e1-8283-f075de46e24e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Paraparaumu Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Paraparaumu 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 Paraparaumu 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 Paraparaumu 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. #### Paraparaumu 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. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Paraparaumu. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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 Paraparaumu 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. --- ## Recommended things to do in Paraparaumu | Number of things to do | 9 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour](/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a49101608.activity-details): CA $239 | | Top 5 things to do | [Family trip to staglands wildlife sanctuary](/things-to-do/family-trip-to-staglands-wildlife-sanctuary.a51305047.activity-details)[Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour](/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a47001818.activity-details)[Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island](/things-to-do/overnight-experience-tour-on-kapiti-island.a47001798.activity-details)[Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour](/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a49101608.activity-details)[Three-Day Waitomo Caves Group Tour from Wellington](/things-to-do/three-day-waitomo-caves-group-tour-from-wellington.a50788202.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Family trip to staglands wildlife sanctuary](/things-to-do/family-trip-to-staglands-wildlife-sanctuary.a51305047.activity-details)[Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour](/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a47001818.activity-details)[Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island](/things-to-do/overnight-experience-tour-on-kapiti-island.a47001798.activity-details)[Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour](/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a49101608.activity-details)[Three-Day Waitomo Caves Group Tour from Wellington](/things-to-do/three-day-waitomo-caves-group-tour-from-wellington.a50788202.activity-details) | ## What to do in Paraparaumu --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Paraparaumu ![Southward Car Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2863/f3f85fd2-17f1-4b24-91cf-6d6eed621c72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Southward Car Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Southward Car Museum during your trip to Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Southward-Car-Museum-Otaihanga.d6108072.Vacation-Attraction) #### Paraparaumu Beach 4/5(4 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Paraparaumu Beach during your travels in Paraparaumu Beach? [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Beach-Wellington-Region.d6108074.Vacation-Attraction) #### Raumati Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Raumati Beach during your travels in Raumati South? [](https://expedia.ca/Raumati-Beach-Wellington-Region.d6069723.Vacation-Attraction) #### Putangirua Pinnacles Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Putangirua Pinnacles during your travels in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Putangirua-Pinnacles-Paraparaumu.d553248621532610594.Vacation-Attraction) #### Coastlands Shoppingtown During your visit to Paraparaumu, you can do some window-shopping at Coastlands Shoppingtown. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Coastlands-Shoppingtown-Paraparaumu.d553248621586065706.Vacation-Attraction) #### Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Paraparaumu at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Beach-Golf-Club-Paraparaumu-Beach.d553248635975883282.Vacation-Attraction) #### Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Waikanae-Estuary-Scientific-Reserve-Wellington-Region.d673293704231247872.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lindale Park During your trip to Paraparaumu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Lindale Park. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Lindale-Park-Paraparaumu.d6130929.Vacation-Attraction) #### Paraparaumu i-SITE Visitor Centre After visiting Paraparaumu i-SITE Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-I-SITE-Visitor-Centre-Paraparaumu.d553248621562625131.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of Paraparaumu ![Kapiti Island Bird Sanctuary Beach Panorama, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976384131/65d25742-cee2-4f3e-8d2b-73a46386cff4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Raumati Beach While visiting Raumati Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Paraparaumu Beach and Raumati Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Raumati-Beach.dx553248635976384131) ![dark sand beach landscape, Paraparaumu beach, Wellington, New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974587418/17aff8de-22d2-4aba-899a-923db0612bd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Paraparaumu Beach If you're spending some time in Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Paraparaumu-Beach.dx553248635974587418) ![Paraparaumu Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2863/513a3c28-79a4-41ee-bd74-77343c07d951.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Paraparaumu Central While visiting Paraparaumu Central, you might make a stop by sights like Putangirua Pinnacles and Coastlands Shoppingtown. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Paraparaumu-Central.dx959729301717344256) ![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) ### Raumati South Though Raumati South might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Raumati Beach and Coastlands Shoppingtown. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Raumati-South.dx553248635975883283) ![Otaihanga](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2863/f3f85fd2-17f1-4b24-91cf-6d6eed621c72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Otaihanga Otaihanga is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve or Southward Car Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Otaihanga.dx553248635926198416) ![ニュージーランド　カピティ海岸地区のパエカカリキの展望台からのカピティ島](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693179047228620800/6f51833e-0533-4699-a21f-8ffebf7e471e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nikau Valley If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Nikau Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Lindale Park and Southward Car Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Paraparaumu-Nikau-Valley.dx693179047228620800) --- 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. --- ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Paraparaumu worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Paraparaumu? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Paraparaumu? ### Is three days enough to stay in Paraparaumu? ### Is Paraparaumu a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Paraparaumu with kids? > - [Family trip to staglands wildlife sanctuary](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/family-trip-to-staglands-wildlife-sanctuary.a51305047.activity-details) > - [Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a47001818.activity-details) > - [Overnight Experience Tour on Kapiti Island](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/overnight-experience-tour-on-kapiti-island.a47001798.activity-details) > - [Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kapiti-island-classic-guided-day-tour.a49101608.activity-details) > - [Three-Day Waitomo Caves Group Tour from Wellington](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/three-day-waitomo-caves-group-tour-from-wellington.a50788202.activity-details) ### What to do in Paraparaumu for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Paraparaumu? ![](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. 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