Kensington Travel Guide
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.
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 Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Activities
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
Otago Peninsula Tour and Larnach Castle City Sights (min 4 )
Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour CRUISE PASSENGERS ONLY
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Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
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 First Church of Otago or Grand Casino.
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.
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.
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.
St. Clair
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.
- The Octagon
- University of Otago
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Grand Casino
- Otago Peninsula
- Speight's Brewery
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Brighton Beach
- First Church of Otago
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Edgar Centre
- Penguin Place
- Otago Museum
- Baldwin Street
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Tunnel Beach
- Otakou Marae
- Dunedin Railways
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
- Regent Theatre
- Port Chalmers Museum
- Pineapple Track
- Signal Hill
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Olveston