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

Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

AU$1,387
per traveller
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

AU$2,219
per traveller
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown
Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

AU$134
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
The best of Dunedin walking tour

Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour

AU$894
per adult
Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour
Castle to Cruise Tour

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

AU$153
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

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

AU$208
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
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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$158 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$158
15 July - 16 July
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! (94 reviews)
Relaxing retreat.
"We had such a great 2 night stay. Super cozy and warm, everything well described, great location and a perfect, relaxing retreat. Thank you for creating such a beautiful space."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 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$152 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$152
18 July - 19 July
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! (998 reviews)
"Nice quiet property with large rooms and friendly staff. They do however need to find staff who can make a bed properly."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 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$144 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$144
25 July - 26 July
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)
"Good stay"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$209 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$209
14 July - 15 July
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! (748 reviews)
"Great staff from reception, cleaners and restaurant. We had high tea and selection was tip top. We stayed in a twin bedroom, one queen and two singles. Really needed a quiet stay and I wasn’t disappointed."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$182 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$182
14 July - 15 July
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! (996 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Comfortable beds and a warn, clean room. Breakfast was included and it had excellent options, including a separate toaster for gluten-free needs. Thr hotel is close to the centre and was in a quiet area. The building is quite tired as a lot of nz hotels seem to be."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Beach lodge motel
Beach lodge motel
3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$109 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$109
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (181 reviews)
"Nice price and very cozy room. We had a great night there."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Broad Bay

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Larnachs Castle

Though Larnachs Castle may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Boulder Beach.

Larnachs Castle
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Portobello

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

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
Signal Hill

Ravensbourne

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Ravensbourne
Otago Museum showing interior views

North Dunedin

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

North Dunedin

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