Macandrew Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Macandrew 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.
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.
Activities
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Macandrew Bay Hotel Deals
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Very clean would stay again
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
This is the third time I stay in this hotel and it is excellent. Amazing reception staff, really helpful, impeccable customer service. Love the rooms as well and location is really central.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was very clean as well as the bathroom On check in the staff member made me and my family so welcome it was a pleasure. The breakfast was out standing I told the waiter staff to tell the cook how much we enjoyed it. We would stay here again and have told so many people of our stay with you. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Very helpful and courteous staffs.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Beach lodge motel
Good condition room
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Very good room with a huge bathroom. All the staff were friendly and helpful Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of food Restaurant food was good and reasonably priced
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
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.
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.
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 St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve.
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.
