St. Clair Travel Guide
Dunedin
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.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
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
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Dunedin: Peninsula with Lanarch Castle gardens & Olveston
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Top hotels in St. Clair
Hotel St Clair
The hotel was lovely, clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Esplanade Apartments
Great communication. Clean and comfortable apt. Ocean view. 😀
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025
Majestic Mansions - Apartments at St Clair
Great spot
Reviewed on 7 May 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Great stay, staff were fantastic, check in and out super easy
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Excellent service!
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
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
Other neighbourhoods around St. Clair
Calversham
Calversham is well liked for its restaurants and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Saint Kilda
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.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in 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.
Dunedin City Centre
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.
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.
