Portobello Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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The Octagon

4.5/5(497 reviews)

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

The Octagon
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Larnach Castle

4.5/5(186 reviews)

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
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Dunedin Botanic Garden

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.

Dunedin Botanic Garden
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Dunedin Town Hall

4/5(85 reviews)

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

Dunedin Town Hall
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Speight's Brewery

4.5/5(86 reviews)

Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

Speight's Brewery
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First Church of Otago

4.5/5(60 reviews)

With its breathtaking design and stained-glass windows, Dunedin’s most prominent church is often referred to as New Zealand’s finest 19th-century building.

First Church of Otago

Activities

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Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

AU$126
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
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Dunedin Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$21
Per adult
Dunedin Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

AU$23
Per adult
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best Portobello Hotel Deals

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
2.5 out of 5
27 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
The price is AU$110 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$110
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and First Church of Otago are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (401 reviews)
"Very good value for money the room was clean quiet and spacious I would definitely go back"

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$172 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$172
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grand Casino and Speight's Brewery are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I dont like the inhouse breakfast menu. Simple is best."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$172 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$172
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Basic room which did the job. Clean and comfortable while not being too luxurious."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is AU$157 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
AU$157
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Although we got a free upgrade to a 2 room suite unit, it is on the 5th floor that requires us to carry our luggage upand down from the elevator that ends at the 4th floor. Also ther us an ongoing construction bearby that causes the room to shake a little while there is piling going on"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2024

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is AU$213 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$213
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (326 reviews)
Fabulous Hot
"A lovely hotel beautiful decor. Rooms were clean & comfortable & so quiet. Breakfast included was wonderful. Staff were lovely. A great experience highly recommended."

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2024

Fable Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is AU$139 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$139
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a free casino shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (781 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2024

Quest Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Portobello

Larnach Castle which includes street scenes and château or palace

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.

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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.

Port Chalmers
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Company Bay

Get to know Company Bay by checking out its cafes, gardens and beaches. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Forsyth Barr Stadium or Dunedin Botanic Garden during your time in the area.

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Macandrew Bay

Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Macandrew Bay
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Highcliff

When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Highcliff
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Opoho

When in Opoho, you can plan a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden and Baldwin Street, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Opoho

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