Macandrew Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Macandrew Bay
Popular places to visit
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
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 Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Activities
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin
Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Our pick of the best Macandrew Bay Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Macandrew Bay
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.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Catholic Church and Silver Peaks Reserve.
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.
Andersons Bay
Though Andersons Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edgar Centre and Tomahak Beach.
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.
- The Octagon
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Speight's Brewery
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Grand Casino
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- First Church of Otago
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Edgar Centre
- Brighton Beach
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Signal Hill
- Otago Museum
- Otakou Marae
- Olveston
- Regent Theatre
- Penguin Place
- Baldwin Street
- Hocken Library