Pukerua Bay
Porirua
Visit Pukerua Bay
Popular places to visit
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 charming cafes in this walkable area.
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

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

1/2 Day Guided Wellington Tour incl. Cable Car (Vans not buses)

Wellington: Original LOTR Half-Day Experience with Weta

Wellington city heights shared sightseeing tour
Top hotels in Pukerua Bay

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
Very good, will definitely stay again 👍
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Rydges Wellington
The room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful. It's in a great location for sight seeing.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Fantastic room with stocked kitchen. Great location, wonderful staff and great amenities
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Naumi Studio Wellington
Very beautiful. Wonderful staff and facilities. Perfect inner city location.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

ibis Wellington
staff are very friendly, the room is very clean, I wish the bathroom is little bit bigger, especially the shower, very tight. Its really center to yhe waterfront, wonderful location.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Quest 256 Lambton
Positioned city centre makes it a very convenient place to stay. The staff were helpful especially when we were checking out. The room was well appointed and relatively new. The bedroom area is however a little cramped.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pukerua Bay

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.

Plimmerton
Unique features of Plimmerton include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Plimmerton Beach or The Cricket Museum while you're exploring the area.

Camborne
When in Camborne, you can plan a visit to Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket Museum, 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 Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.
