Dunedin City Centre Travel Guide
Dunedin
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Popular places to visit
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
First Church of Otago
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.
St. Paul's Cathedral
Dramatic architecture, exquisite sculptures, superb stained-glass windows and one of the country’s largest pipe organs are all on show at Dunedin’s Anglican cathedral.
Olveston
Enjoy stunning artwork and beautiful 20th-century design features at one of the Otago region’s finest manor houses.
Things to do
Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Dunedin City Centre
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Convenient location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
This was a good old fashioned hotel that did what it said on the tin. It was a bit like stepping back in time. Nothing fancy but clean, spacious rooms with good beds (and we had bad beds for most of our NZ trip). In fact the best two night’s sleep I’ve ever had in a hotel as it has windows that actually ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was very clean, the staff courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Clean room with good amenities and great location
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Quest Dunedin
Lovely place
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
The Chamberson
Room was great - clean, spacious and as described. Richard on the front desk was lovely and really helpful when we checked in.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Dunedin City Centre
Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon are a few top places to visit.
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.
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.
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Bush Creek Trail and Otago Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
