South Dunedin 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$41
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Olveston Hall

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

AU$24
per adult
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
Our new Toyota Hiace outside the Railway Station

Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

AU$229
per adult
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour

Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

AU$261
per adult
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
The iconic Speight's Brewery

Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Speight's Brewery Tour & Dinner

Speight's Brewery Tour & Dinner

AU$72
per adult
Speight's Brewery Tour & Dinner
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Our pick of the best South Dunedin Hotel Deals

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$134 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$134
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (999 reviews)
"Great place and spacious room. Clean and tidy"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$131 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$131
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"good location"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$188 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$188
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (757 reviews)
"Great all round"

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$173 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$173
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Have stayed here many times. Brilliant hotel, staff excellent rooms are dated but are super clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is AU$138 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$138
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (919 reviews)
Great
"Great stay, convenient location and fresh room. Nice and warm . Bed was medium which was great (not too soft!).I’ll be back"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Quest Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$109 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$109
4 Aug - 5 Aug
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! (188 reviews)
"Wonderful accommodation for the 4 of us (2 adults and 2 children) and prime location very close to St Kilda’s and St Clair’s beaches. Excellent everything :)"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around South Dunedin

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Saint Kilda

4/5(85 area reviews)

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.

Saint Kilda
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Musselburgh

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are a few top places to visit.

Musselburgh
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 First Church of Otago or Grand Casino.

Dunedin City Centre
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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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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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