Aotea
Porirua
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Things to do
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Half Day Guided Tour in Wellington including Cable Car
Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa
Top hotels in Aotea
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Aircon not functioning well. Asked for help in adjusting. Didn't happen. Telephone not working, had to go to reception to ask for blanket
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Rydges Wellington
Staff were friendly, breakfast had decent choices, room had everything I needed for a short stay
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Room was clean and the washer and dryer were good to have
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Bolton Hotel
Great service, clean and tidy room
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wellington
Clean, spacious room. Grand old building. Friendly staff and good breakfast buffet.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aotea
Ascot Park
While there might not be top attractions in Ascot Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
Papakowhai
While there might not be top attractions in Papakowhai, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
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.
Cannons Creek
Though Cannons Creek might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plimmerton Beach and Wellington City Walkways.
Paremata
Paremata might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
