Saint Kilda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

The Octagon which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral as well as a large group of people

The Octagon

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

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

St. Clair Beach
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

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

Larnach Castle
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

Speight's Brewery

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

Speight's Brewery
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a garden and a lake or waterhole

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 Botanic Garden
Dunedin Town Hall

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 Town Hall

Activities

Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

AU$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Olveston Hall

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

AU$23
per adult
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

AU$141
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
We see a variety of other albatross and seabird species, like the bullers albatross pictured here.

Monarch Wildlife Cruise

AU$59
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monarch Wildlife Cruise
See wild penguins just metres away !

Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

AU$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Small-Group Tour

Mainland Peninsula Tour

AU$259
per adult
Mainland Peninsula Tour
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Our pick of the best Saint Kilda Hotel Deals

Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$113 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
AU$113
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (205 reviews)
"lovely breakfast."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Beach lodge motel
Ocean Beach Hotel

Ocean Beach Hotel

3 out of 5
134 Prince Albert Road; St Kilda, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$120 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$120
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are located ...
7.6/10 Good! (349 reviews)
"Good parking. Didn’t use the hotel."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Ocean Beach Hotel
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

3.5 out of 5
41 Victoria Road, St Kilda, Dunedin
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free casino shuttle. Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (491 reviews)
"Pet friendly and warm and clean"

Reviewed on 6 June 2025

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Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Sunny Little Gem on the Flat

Sunny Little Gem on the Flat

Dunedin
Stay at this vacation home in Dunedin. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (136 reviews)
"The flat was clean, with comfortable beds, well equiped and good heating to keep it warm. Off street parking on a quiet street, and an easy walk to St Kildas beach. Host communicated well and provided milk and biscuits, which was a nice touch after a long drive. Thank you"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

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Sunny Little Gem on the Flat
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$141 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$141
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,043 reviews)
"Quiet, good sized room"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$153 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$153
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Please note that $30NZD extra for parking per night and very limited parking onsite !!! Rooms are big, clean and classic"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
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Other neighbourhoods around Saint Kilda

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South Dunedin

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

South Dunedin
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St. Clair

5/5(52 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

St. Clair
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Calversham

Calversham is well liked for its restaurants and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Calversham
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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.

Andersons Bay
Dunedin which includes heritage elements, a pond and a park

Dunedin City Centre

4/5(900 area reviews)

Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Grand Casino or The Octagon.

Dunedin City Centre
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Mornington

While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Mornington

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