Dunedin City Centre Travel Guide
Dunedin
Visit Dunedin City Centre
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.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
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.
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.
Dunedin Railways
Enjoy an outing to Dunedin Railways during your stay in Dunedin. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Dunedin: Peninsula with Lanarch Castle gardens & Olveston
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
Top hotels in Dunedin City Centre
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Brilliant room. spotlessly clean and well presented. Special shout to Brad at reception, who lent me a cell phone charger in the night when I realised I'd forgotten mine.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Cleanliness, friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The bed was the most comfortable I have ever slept in outside of my own with a good choice of pillow size. The bathroom was clean but needs the bath removed and replaced by a new shower and the drainage was a little slow to drain. It was a great place to stay convenient and comfortable
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
The room was quiet and very clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Parcels restaurant was great.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Central location, clean and tudy
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Chamberson
It was a great place to stay with a nice corner classic room in centre of town. Close to railway station for trips and shopping areas of town. Lovely.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
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.
