Paraparaumu Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Southward Car Museum

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Southward Car Museum in Paraparaumu. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Southward Car Museum
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Paraparaumu Beach

4.5/5(168 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Paraparaumu Beach during your travels in Paraparaumu Beach?

Paraparaumu Beach
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Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Paraparaumu at Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club.

Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club
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Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu Beach.

Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve
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Te Atiawa Park

Explore the great outdoors at Te Atiawa Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.

Te Atiawa Park
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Kena Kena Park

Explore the great outdoors at Kena Kena Park, a lovely green space in Paraparaumu.

Kena Kena Park

Activities

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A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour

NZ$1,047
Per adult
A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour
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7-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

NZ$947
Per adult
7-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington
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Our pick of the best Paraparaumu Beach Hotel Deals

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
3 out of 5
7-13 Seaview Road, Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$150 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 3-star motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu ...
7.8/10 Good! (458 reviews)
"Easy access great parking, personal touches"

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

U Studios Paraparaumu Beach
Wrights By The Sea Motel
Wrights By The Sea Motel
3 out of 5
387 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$169 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 3-star motel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (359 reviews)
"Great privacy"

Reviewed on 17 Oct. 2024

Wrights By The Sea Motel
Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
4 out of 5
10 Tudor Court, Paraparaumu
The price is NZ$161 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (184 reviews)
"We stayed before and after a visit to Kapiti island, and the hot tub and hot shower were just what we needed. Walkable to shops, restaurants and the beach. The breakfast was provided in the room, with a good variety of choices. However, there was limited preparation space so it could be a bit cramped ..."

Reviewed on 29 Oct. 2024

Tudor Manor Bed & Breakfast
Luxury 470m2 Beachside Living
Luxury 470m2 Beachside Living
Paraparaumu
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach and Paraparaumu ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
Amazing family birthday
"Stunning home and setting, perfectly set up for a luxury beach stay for a big family getaway. Absolutely recommend!!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2024

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Luxury 470m2 Beachside Living
Resort Style Apartment Stay with Beach Location
Resort Style Apartment Stay with Beach Location
Paraparaumu Beach
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Great apartment and location for golf
"Easy check in. Very nice apartment with facilities"

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

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Resort Style Apartment Stay with Beach Location
Classic 50’s Beach Bach - Handy to Everything
Classic 50’s Beach Bach - Handy to Everything
Paraparaumu Beach
Stay at this vacation home in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Paraparaumu Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"was a very nice stay, very cozy, had everything we needed, had great communication with the host, close to a lot of shops within walking distance, absolutely nothing to complain about. would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 30 Sep. 2024

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Classic 50’s Beach Bach - Handy to Everything
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Other neighbourhoods around Paraparaumu Beach

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Otaihanga

Otaihanga is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Southward Car Museum or Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve.

Otaihanga
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Raumati Beach

While visiting Raumati Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Paraparaumu Beach and Raumati Beach.

Raumati Beach
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Nikau Valley

When in Nikau Valley, you can plan a visit to Lindale Park and Southward Car Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nikau Valley
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Raumati South

While Raumati South isn't home to many top sights, Raumati Beach and Coastlands Shoppingtown are some notable places to visit nearby.

Raumati South
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Maungakotukutuku

While there might not be top attractions in Maungakotukutuku, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lindale Park and Putangirua Pinnacles.

Maungakotukutuku

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