Broad Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Larnach Castle which includes a castle and street scenes
Larnach Castle featuring a garden, forest scenes and hiking or walking
Larnach Castle which includes a castle and a park
Larnach Castle which includes a park
Larnach Castle which includes a garden and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

4.5/5(186 reviews)

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

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

The Octagon

4.5/5(497 reviews)

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

4.5/5(283 reviews)

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

St. Clair Beach
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

Speight's Brewery

4.5/5(86 reviews)

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

4.5/5(179 reviews)

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

4/5(85 reviews)

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$205
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$132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing

天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing

AU$205
per adult
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing
Castle to Cruise Tour

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

AU$151
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$92
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

AU$1,368
per traveller
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin
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Our pick of the best Broad Bay Hotel Deals

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat

Dunedin City
The price is AU$156 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$156
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Dunedin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions The Fletcher House and Larnach Castle are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"A absolute piece of paradise, most extraordinary views if walk to the top of property, house had all you need and more, i would definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$142 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$142
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Was good and clean only downside is not enough free parking"

Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$126 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$126
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location near the central city & the room was clean and tidy."

Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$187 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$187
14 Sept - 15 Sept
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! (772 reviews)
"The hotel is excellent quality and probably one of the top 2 hotels in Dunedin. Very convenient car parking building right opposite the hotel and it's about a 10min walk to The Octagon for bars, restaurants and cafes. Shopping on George Street is another 3 min walk. The reception staff were polite ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$171 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$171
31 Aug - 1 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! (997 reviews)
"Not too bad"

Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is AU$136 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$136
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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! (923 reviews)
"Great apartment especially if you need to be close to town"

Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025

Quest Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Broad Bay

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Portobello

While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Catholic Church.

Portobello
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Port Chalmers

You'll enjoy the churches and waterfront in Port Chalmers. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Chalmers Museum or Holy Trinity Church.

Port Chalmers
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Highcliff

When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Highcliff
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Ocean Grove

While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach.

Ocean Grove
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Waverley

Though Waverley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.

Waverley
Otago Museum showing interior views

North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

North Dunedin

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