Ocean Grove Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ocean Grove
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
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Our pick of the best Ocean Grove Hotel Deals
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
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Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
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Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Room was great. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Would have been nice to include parking for the price paid.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Great staff and clean room.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Beach lodge motel
Room was clean. Handy kitchen. Bathroom and toilet were a little old and didn't feel there was enough privacy. Otherwise it was adequate enough for a few days stay
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Quest Dunedin
Spacious, clean room with all needed amenities incl. washing machine and dryer. Available safe parking if pre booked.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ocean Grove
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.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Lawyers Head
While visiting Lawyers Head, you might make a stop by sights like St. Clair Beach and Tomahak Beach.
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.
Saint Kilda
Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Edgar Centre while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
