Kenepuru Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture in Porirua. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
The Cricket Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Cricket Museum during your trip to Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.
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.
Activities
Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour
Wellington: Wētā Workshop Guided Tour Ticket
Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour
Our pick of the best Kenepuru Hotel Deals
Rydges Wellington Airport
Quick check-in, convenient location for onwards travel, great room
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
good location
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Rydges Wellington
The room was a great size and the little kitchenette was really helpful. Being able to have a late-check out absolutely saved us after arriving on the late ferry into Wellington!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Gilmer Apartment Hotel
Very clean liked the size of the room, clothes washer great- dryer not so great. Staff extremely helpful
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Naumi Studio Wellington
We were really looking forward to our stay. I had spent a long time choosing to stay based on reviews so maybe had higher expectations than I should have. Unfortunately the uncourteous receptionist set the stay off on a sour note. She was curt and unwelcoming, and this continued when we had to ask ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Bolton Hotel
Cleanliness, friendliness and efficiency of staff. Super convenient location
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kenepuru
Elsdon
Though Elsdon may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Porirua City Centre
Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Ranui
While there might not be top attractions in Ranui, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Takapuwahia
While there might not be top attractions in Takapuwahia, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Cannons Creek
When in Cannons Creek, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Aotea
When in Aotea, you can plan a visit to Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
