North Dunedin Travel Guide
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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.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Otago Museum
Find prehistoric fossils and ancient statues. Learn all about the enthralling cultural and physical history of New Zealand.
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.
Activities
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
Our pick of the best North Dunedin Hotel Deals
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
What a great hotel. We were both extremely pleased with the hotel room, two double beds!! Everything was superb about the accommodation and the buffet breakfast was also very nice.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
755 Regal Court
Yès the staff were friendly and helpful the room was clean and tidy the whole experience was awesome, will be staying here in the future for sure👍
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Cable Court Motel
Very friendly and very clean. Great location.
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
Nice clean and easy access to campus, north east valley and downtown
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Woodlands Motels and Apartments
Very clean and staff are helpful
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
538 Great King Motel
Kent is a wonderful staff who showers the local attraction and arrange Ann early check in. The main issue is the shorter curtain around the shower area. The whole bathroom is wet after we took the shower.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Dunedin
Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon are a few top places to visit.
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 Regent Theatre or Grand Casino.
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.
Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
Vauxhall
When in Vauxhall, you can plan a visit to Edgar Centre and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Waverley
Though Waverley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.
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