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The Octagon

4.5/5(497 reviews)

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

The Octagon
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Larnach Castle

4.5/5(186 reviews)

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

Larnach Castle
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St. Clair Beach

4.5/5(283 reviews)

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

St. Clair Beach
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Dunedin Botanic Garden

4.5/5(179 reviews)

Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.

Dunedin Botanic Garden
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Speight's Brewery

4.5/5(86 reviews)

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

Speight's Brewery
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Dunedin Town Hall

4/5(85 reviews)

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

Dunedin Town Hall

Activities

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Rowboat Rental in New Zealand for 30, 60 or 120 Minutes

NZ$20
Per adult
Rowboat Rental in New Zealand for 30, 60 or 120 Minutes
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Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

NZ$135
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
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Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

NZ$285
Per adult
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
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Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

NZ$175
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
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Otago Peninsula Tour and Larnach Castle City Sights (min 4 )

NZ$260
Per adult
Otago Peninsula Tour and Larnach Castle City Sights (min 4 )
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Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour

NZ$270
Per adult
Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour
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Our pick of the best Brighton Hotel Deals

Quest Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is NZ$152 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$152
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free casino shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (820 reviews)
"Place was very well situated in the heart of yhe city. 5 min walk to grocery store. Helpful at reception. Everything we needed in our 2 night stay."

Reviewed on 17 Sep. 2024

Quest Dunedin
The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home
The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home
Dunedin
Stay at this vacation home in Dunedin. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Brighton Domain and Ocean View Beach Playground ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Memorable trip
"We loved the Professor’s house, great jazz wonderful books, beautiful views and a cosy house what more could you want on a winter break. Felt special to share in his wonderful family home. There was plenty of room, comfy beds, and a great shower. The sourdough loaf was much appreciated and completely ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2024

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The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home
Seabreeze Cottage, by the ocean in Brighton, Otago
Seabreeze Cottage, by the ocean in Brighton, Otago
Dunedin
Stay at this cottage in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Brighton Domain and Brighton Beach are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Perfect break from a busy life
"We booked based on location and we were more than delighted at the warm, comfortable wee house. We got our daily walks, enjoyed quiet opportunity to rest, do some craft and generally chill."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2024

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Seabreeze Cottage, by the ocean in Brighton, Otago
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is NZ$169 per night from 27 Sep to 28 Sep
NZ$169
per night
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"One of the internal sliding windows, which was about 1.5 metres, jumped out of its rails when I was closing it smashed and just about took me out with it, they were so good about it moving us to a superior room, they couldn’t apologise enough, even though I kept saying to the, it’s not your fault ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sep. 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is NZ$177 per night from 24 Sep to 25 Sep
NZ$177
per night
24 Sep - 25 Sep
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Jeff pilcher
"Good stay"

Reviewed on 20 Sep. 2024

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is NZ$220 per night from 25 Sep to 26 Sep
NZ$220
per night
25 Sep - 26 Sep
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (366 reviews)
"Worth staying"

Reviewed on 19 Sep. 2024

Fable Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Brighton

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Ocean View

Travellers come to Ocean View for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Ocean View Domain and Meremere Reserve while you're in town.

Ocean View
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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.

Calversham
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St. Clair

5/5(52 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

St. Clair
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Bradford

When in Bradford, you can plan a visit to Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bradford
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South Dunedin

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

South Dunedin
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Saint Kilda

4/5(85 area reviews)

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.

Saint Kilda

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