Normanby Travel Guide
Dunedin
Popular places to visit
University of Otago
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Otago during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
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.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Scenic Coastal Train Journey from Dunedin
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Top hotels in Normanby
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Nothing opened at the weekend, no cafe, no restaurant, casino opens at 12pm, I wish I would have known this before booking. Otherwise an ok hotel for the price
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Goog Clean room good Staff
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Beach lodge motel
Very clean and friendly
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin was conveniently located for walking downtown (& returning UPHILL!); however, their on-site restaurant was closed "until further notice" (we never saw any work being done on the restaurant!) so the "included breakfast" was quite limited! (The breakfast staff tried their best, ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
There was some road noise. Also the room was very warm. Too warm.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
We had a great and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Normanby
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
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.
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Otago Golf Club and Bush Creek Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
