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.
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.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Activities
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Macandrew Bay Hotel Deals
Private Studio with Gym, Sauna & Spa
Everything clean, well maintained, as described and well provisioned. Great short stay studio.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Clean tidy room, helpful happy staff, great location to walk to Regent Theatre
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Clean well appointed room, when I arrived to store my bags prior to check in the staff kindly let me have my room early at no charge, even though it was 2.5 hours prior to check in. I really appreciated the gesture and the customer service
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Clean room, attentive staff, tasty breakfast. Very helpful with laundry. Provided 2nd luggage holder too!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage
A slice of paradise forgotten, beautiful location lovely host to deal with definitely will be back in the future
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
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 Silver Peaks Reserve and Lighthouse.
Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
North East Valley
When in North East Valley, you can plan a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 St. Clair Beach.
