Porirua offers visitors a variety of activities and attractions that blend natural beauty, cultural exploration, and family-friendly fun. For nature enthusiasts, the serene trails of Whitireia Park provide breathtaking views of the coastline, while the nearby Ngāti Toa Domain is ideal for picnics and sports. Titahi Bay is a popular spot for surfing and enjoying the sun. Culture lovers can visit Pātaka Art + Museum, which highlights contemporary art, local history, and Māori culture. For a unique underwater experience, the Porirua Adventure Park offers snorkeling and diving in its marine reserve. Shoppers and foodies will enjoy the bustling Porirua Saturday Market, featuring local crafts and delicious eats. With its welcoming community and diverse attractions, Porirua promises something special for every visitor.
Ngāti Toa Domain
Ngāti Toa Domain in Porirua is a versatile recreational area perfect for picnics, sports, and family outings. Its scenic location near the harbour offers ample space for relaxation, walking trails, and facilities for community events.
Mana Cruising Club
The Mana Cruising Club is a friendly, family based community club for both boaties and locals, fostering safe boating, fishing and on and off water activities.
Porirua Harbour
Porirua Harbour has many beaches for fishing, walking and windsurfing.
Aotea Lagoon
Just off State Highway 59 in Papakōwhai, Aotea Lagoon features a huge playground complete with a separate toddlers' area, picnic and BBQ areas, and a petanque court. The lagoon is a great spot for families to enjoy the sunshine and is wheelchair and buggy friendly, and is regularly used by joggers.
Walks
Porirua has many awesome walkways. One we particularly recommend is Te Ara Piko Pathway which runs along the shores of Pauatahanui Inlet stretching 1.8km through native salt marshes and wetland habitat. The Camborne Walkway is a sheltered flat walkway on the shores of Pauatahanui inlet with spectacular views. It is home to the colourful iconic Camborne boatsheds.
Cycling
We have some of the most accessible and beautiful cycle tracks in the region. Whether you are a beginner on a trike or an expert mountain biker, Porirua has a track for you.
Arena Aquatic Centre
Arena Aquatics has a 25m, seven-lane, heated swimming pool, free-form wave pool, toddlers pool, two spa pools, sauna, steam room, hydroslide, 'lazy river', and inflatables for the kids on special occasions. They run aquatic exercise programmes and aqua jogging is very popular.
Markets
Whether you love tasty eats, fresh veggies, or artisan delights Porirua City has a market for everybody.
Adrenalin Forest
High excitement, stomach churning and a great confidence builder. Test your skills by taking on an Adrenalin Forest aerial obstacle course. Adrenalin Forest courses feature over 100 fun filled challenges across six levels. Each level is harder than the last, with obstacles starting at 1.5 metres above the ground that are suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels.
New Zealand Police Museum
The Museum takes visitors 'up close and personal' with policing methods of the past, present, and future, and some of the most outstanding events in New Zealand's social and political history are revisited and examined from a police perspective.
Golf
Porirua City has three golf courses 'designed by nature' that showcase our incredible environment. Check out Titahi Bay Golf Club, Pāuatahanui – The Morgans Golf Retreat and Judgeford Golf Club.
Pātaka Art + Museum
Situated right in the city centre, on Parumoana Street, Pātaka Art + Museum is a place of inspiration. We encourage you to stop by and enjoy the latest exhibition of contemporary art, take part in an art class, and explore our local history.