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.
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.
Olveston
Enjoy stunning artwork and beautiful 20th-century design features at one of the Otago region’s finest manor houses.
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.
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
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Dunedin City Centre
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Good sized rooms, fridge was old and noisy. Bed was comfortable
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Everything was great
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Excellent hotel! Great staff exquisite beds and great water pressure in the shower!
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was very clean, the staff courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Quest Dunedin
Great location, close to everything.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Chamberson
Stylish room, very quiet. Could easily stay here for a week. Love this hotel and will be staying here again on our next visit to Dunedin!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 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, Olveston and Dunedin Town Hall 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.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are a few top places to visit.
Bradford
When in Bradford, you can plan a visit to Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
