Towns

Porirua

Porirua is a satellite city of Wellington situated at the southern end of the Kapiti Coast. It completely surrounds Porirua Harbour, which is a popular spot for windsurfing, waterskiing and jet skiing. Best things to do in Porirua include visiting Pataka, a museum and art gallery specialising in Maori and Pacific Island art; shopping at Porirua Market, which is held every Saturday morning; exploring Battle Hill Farm Forest Park; and several beaches for safe swimming. On Waitangi Day (February 6th) Porirua celebrates its cultural diversity with the ‘Festival of the Elements’. You’ll find plenty of motel accommodation, as well as camping grounds and B & Bs.
Functional facts: Approx. population 60,000, large shopping centres, i-SITE Visitor Centre.

Porirua i-SITE Visitor Centre

Visitor Information Centre in Porirua i-SITE Porirua City - Visitor Information local regional and national. Bookings for ferries, road, rail, accommodation, events and activities, internet access.