Visit Plimmerton
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.
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.
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: Return Cable Car Ticket
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 city heights shared sightseeing tour
Top hotels in Plimmerton
Moana Lodge - Guest House
Overall, awesome place. Only thing is they offer free coffee/milo/tea etc but no milk
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
The staff were qonderful. We dealt with Kenneth who was fabulous to deal with! Everything was seamless and such clean snuggly rooms with fantastic location right in the middle of Lampton Quay.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Rydges Wellington Airport
Spotless, all the comforts you need
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Rydges Wellington
The room was very nice. The restaurant food was excellent.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Would recommend Gilmer - I arrived after hours and everything was set up for me including parking which is very easy and convenient. The hotel is easy to access from SH1 which reduces city driving. The room had everything I needed. I didn’t need aircon but there was a fan.
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2025
Bolton Hotel
Love The Bolton! Great rooms, friendly and helpful staff and good location.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Plimmerton
Camborne
When in Camborne, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and Brendan Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Paremata
Paremata might not have many top sights, but Plimmerton Beach and South Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hongoeka
Uncover some of the top draws of Hongoeka like its cafes and beaches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by The Cricket Museum or Plimmerton Beach.
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.
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.
