Careys Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Careys Bay
Popular places to visit
University of Otago
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Otago during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
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 Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Activities
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience Otago Peninsula, New Zealand
Our pick of the best Careys Bay Hotel Deals
Stunning sunrises over Taiaroa Head
"Amazing sunrises no doubt !! Great stay."
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
"Great location, helpful staff, warm room and comfy bed. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
"Arrived to hotel no carpark to unload luggage due to roadworks, so double parked. Also no paid hotel car parking available either. Once inside my Mother who was having difficulty carrying her luggage asked for directions to our room and the staff didn’t even offer to help her with her bags to our ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Beach lodge motel
"Great motel but the owner handed me a $40 fine just as we were packing up as I charged my PHEV car off the plug. $2-3 cost of power but apparently is a safety issue. Paid the fine but it’s not warned about anywhere online or in person. If I had known before hand I would have happily not plugged in. ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
"Service was good, room was tidy and clean"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
"Be awear parking i $25 a nigjht It is not clear any where.at the end you will get a bill."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Careys Bay
Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Silver Peaks Reserve and Lighthouse.
Broad Bay
Broad Bay is well-regarded for its beaches, cosy cafes and colourful gardens, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
North East Valley
When in North East Valley, you can plan a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Glenfalloch Gardens and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
