Porirua Must-Do's

Pātaka Art + Museum

Showcasing the best incontemporary Māori, Pacific Island,New Zealand and international artsand culture. Toi Store also has anappealing range of ceramics, artprints and jewellery.

New Zealand Police Museum

A wonderfully presented history of the New Zealand Police, full of engrossing stories.

Aotea Lagoon

This is a great spot with wheelchair and buggy-friendly walkways. Kids love the Splash Pad, complete with spray cannons and tipping buckets, there’s also a playground, barbecue and picnic area, coffee cart and miniature train rides operating most Sundays (1-4pm).

Porirua © Johnny Hendrikus

Adrenalin Forest

If aerial obstacle courses, rope swings, flying foxes and high-wire challenges are your thing, this will put a smile on your dial.

Plimmerton Beach

Flat, sheltered and shallower than other beaches in the area, this beach is a popular for swimming and windsurfing.

Mana Island

Sitting just off the coast of Porirua, day trips to this predator-free island put visitors in proximity to little spotted kiwi, North Island robins, blue penguins,parakeet and more.

Porirua © WellingtonNZ

TOP TIP: Hungry after all that exertion at Adrenalin Forest? Refuel in the historic setting of Gear Eatery & Bar just next door.

Harbour’s Edge

Take a stroll along the Harbourside Path toGet Fixed Bicycle Café where youcan hire a bike or just relax with acoffee, gelato or light bite on a beanbag. Pop into Blue Bell Club forvibrant Pacifica homewareand fashion.

Boat sheds in Porirua © Rob Suisted

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