Tainui 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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Otago Museum

4.5/5(146 reviews)

Find prehistoric fossils and ancient statues. Learn all about the enthralling cultural and physical history of New Zealand.

Otago Museum

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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Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

AU$23
Per adult
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
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Brews and Views: A Private Tour of Dunedin’s Craft Beer Scene

AU$1,585
Per adult
Brews and Views: A Private Tour of Dunedin’s Craft Beer Scene
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Dunedin Adventure: Family Heritage & Nature Walk

AU$519
Per adult
Dunedin Adventure: Family Heritage & Nature Walk
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Speight Brewery Small Group Guided Tour from Dunedin

AU$33
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Speight Brewery Small Group Guided Tour from Dunedin
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Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

AU$163
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
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Our pick of the best Tainui Hotel Deals

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is AU$160 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
AU$160
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Paying for parking.We were not informed when booking.Was a budget hotel"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Holiday home close to beach private parking
Holiday home close to beach private parking
Dunedin
The price is AU$224 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
AU$224
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this vacation home in Dunedin. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Chisholm Park Golf Club and St. Clair Beach are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Satisfied
"Well-presented interior. Made to be like ‘home’. Appreciated the heating options."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Holiday home close to beach private parking
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$175 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$175
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Handy to city centre. Clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$165 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$165
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Grand Casino and Speight's Brewery ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"What a great place to stay - loved our 2 nights Thank you team!"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is AU$212 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$212
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (337 reviews)
"Great hotel, our room was very dark frosted windows didnt bother me, see room with clear windows Overall lovely place to stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

Fable Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$217 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
AU$217
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
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! (550 reviews)
Impressed. The place to stay in Dunedin
"Excellent stay. An upgrade (I’d asked for the possibility of a room with a bath) was much appreciated. Room and bathroom size excellent. Bed and Pillows excellent, room service excellent, and staff all excellent. Hotel atmosphere is understated luxury and location right in the CBD ideal. One of the ..."

Reviewed on 30 May 2024

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Tainui

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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
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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 St. Clair Beach.

Andersons Bay
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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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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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The Glen

The Glen might not have many top sights, but Grand Casino and Speight's Brewery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

The Glen

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