Brighton Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

The Octagon which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral as well as a large group of people

The Octagon

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

St. Clair Beach
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

Speight's Brewery

Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

Speight's Brewery
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a garden and a lake or waterhole

Dunedin Botanic Garden

Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.

Dunedin Botanic Garden
Dunedin Town Hall

Dunedin Town Hall

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

Dunedin Town Hall

Activities

Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

AU$200
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

AU$129
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Street life

Heritage Highlights Walk

AU$44
per adult
Heritage Highlights Walk
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour

Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

AU$254
per adult
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Experience Dunedin Private Tours

7 Hours Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 10 people

AU$1,334
per traveller
7 Hours Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 10 people
Railway Station garden

City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

AU$211
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
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Our pick of the best Brighton Hotel Deals

Brighton Beach Riverside cottage

Brighton Beach Riverside cottage

Dunedin
Stay at this cottage in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Brighton Domain and Ocean View Beach Playground and Park ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"We had a great stay here. Everything is well considered and we enjoyed the complimentary snacks and cereal. Nice walk to the beach. Hope to come back again."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Brighton Beach Riverside cottage
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$131 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$131
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,032 reviews)
"Clean and very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$154 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$154
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Great location and service"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$188 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$188
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (790 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, rooms were a good size and comfortable beds."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$157 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
AU$157
29 Sept - 30 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is AU$137 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$137
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (930 reviews)
"Room was satisfactory. Porta-cot was very average and wouldve been hard if we hadnt brought our own foam mattress. Right in city centre. Our room overlooked the read of the police station which some people wouldn't like however we didn' mind."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Quest Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Brighton

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Ocean View

Travellers come to Ocean View for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Ocean View Domain and Meremere Reserve while you're in town.

Ocean View
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Calversham

Calversham is well liked for its restaurants and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Calversham
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St. Clair

5/5(52 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

St. Clair
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Bradford

When in Bradford, you can plan a visit to Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bradford
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Mornington

While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Mornington
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Belleknowes

While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Belleknowes

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