Vauxhall 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

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
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

4.5/5(283 reviews)

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

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
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

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
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a garden and a lake or waterhole

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
Dunedin Town Hall

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

Activities

Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

AU$42
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$139
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Our passengers getting treated to great views as a royal albatross glides in from the ocean.

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

AU$58
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
See wild penguins just metres away !

Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

AU$48
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Tairoa Head Lighthouse - the first built on the South Island of New Zealand.

Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour

AU$105
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
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Our pick of the best Vauxhall Hotel Deals

Harbour Studio (Dunedin)

Harbour Studio (Dunedin)

Dunedin Area
The price is AU$223 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$223
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this condo in Dunedin. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Edgar Centre and Dunedin Railways are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
"Stunning location Some A/C running all night kept us awake. Turns out it did not belong to the unit but upstairs Right outside window"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Harbour Studio (Dunedin)
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$132 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$132
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,019 reviews)
"Great staff and handy location"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 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$141 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$141
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Good Position - Good access to Restaurants and Shops Rooms good size and Good sized Bathroom. Liked the Buffet Breakfast"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$167 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$167
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Breakfast was good There was a minor issue with the room on arrival but it was quickly dealt with by the staff. Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$186 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$186
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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! (811 reviews)
"This was a great stay my only dissapointment was having purchasing breakfast option we were unable to purchase from the "real" breakfast menu eg porridge or omelet rather restricted to hot buffet."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$154 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$154
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff go above and beyond to help the guests, extremely impressed by the extra efforts that staff went to when an elderly couple in the restaurant needed assistance, big shout out to Nancy (hope I got her name right) with helping this couple out, and while doing so she didn't miss a beat with attending ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Vauxhall

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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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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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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
Otago Museum showing interior views

North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

North Dunedin
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Ocean Grove

While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach.

Ocean Grove

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