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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.

Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

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 Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Things to do

天际线 private Dunedin City &Peninsula Scenery Day Tour (up to 8)

天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing

City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

East Coast North Otago Seven Hours Scenic Tour

Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours For Up To 4 people
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Other neighbourhoods around Port Chalmers

Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Catholic Church and Silver Peaks Reserve.

Broad Bay
Broad Bay is well-regarded for its beaches, cosy cafes and colourful gardens, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

Waverley
Though Waverley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.

Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Otago Golf Club and Bush Creek Trail are top sights worth seeing.