Highcliff Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Hannah M
Photo by Hannah M
Photo by Lydia Ward
Photo by Lydia Ward

Popular places to visit

The Octagon which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral as well as a large group of people

The Octagon

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

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

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

St. Clair Beach
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

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

Larnach Castle
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a garden and a lake or waterhole

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 Botanic Garden
Dunedin Town Hall

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 Town Hall
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

Speight's Brewery

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

Speight's Brewery

Activities

Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

NZ$145
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

NZ$2,399
per traveller
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown
The best of Dunedin walking tour

Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour

NZ$967
per adult
Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour
Castle to Cruise Tour

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

NZ$165
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

NZ$1,500
per traveller
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin
Harbour and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

NZ$130
per adult
Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour
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Our pick of the best Highcliff Hotel Deals

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is NZ$144 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$144
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Good location Staff friendly"

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is NZ$142 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$142
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"A very nice hotel in a convenient location for Dunedin CBD. The Whittaker's Chocolate was a nice touch as hotels and motels don't seem to leave a cookie or chocolate for guests anymore. The bee was very comfortable and the bathroom was super clean. The toilet was a bit noisy after flushing but it's ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is NZ$227 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$227
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (752 reviews)
"The hotel looks much better than the pictures displayed. Great room, it is the best hotel room during the 12 days I travelled in NZ."

Reviewed on 16 Jul. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is NZ$199 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$199
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Comfortable beds and a warn, clean room. Breakfast was included and it had excellent options, including a separate toaster for gluten-free needs. Thr hotel is close to the centre and was in a quiet area. The building is quite tired as a lot of nz hotels seem to be."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is NZ$139 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$139
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (183 reviews)
"An older style motel but clean and had everything we needed. Friendly and helpful staff too. Great value!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Beach lodge motel
The Chamberson

The Chamberson

4 out of 5
77 Stuart Street, Dunedin, Otago
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$212 per night from 28 July to 29 July
NZ$212
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions First Church of Otago and Regent Theatre ...
9/10 Wonderful! (316 reviews)
"Loved this hotel! Great location and very well restored."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

The Chamberson
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Other neighbourhoods around Highcliff

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Larnachs Castle

Though Larnachs Castle may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Boulder Beach.

Larnachs Castle
Signal Hill

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.

Ravensbourne
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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.

Andersons Bay
Larnach Castle which includes a castle and street scenes

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.

Broad Bay
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Musselburgh

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Musselburgh
Otago Museum showing interior views

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.

North Dunedin

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