Portobello Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Our wee #Hogwarts here in #Dunedin. All we need are wands and school robes, then magic is for real.

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.

University of Otago
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
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
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
Dunedin Town Hall showing an administrative buidling, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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
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

Activities

Bullers Albatross

Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

NZ$70
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

NZ$48
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

NZ$169
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

NZ$99
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

NZ$225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Small-Group Tour

Mainland Peninsula Tour

NZ$300
per adult
Mainland Peninsula Tour
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Our pick of the best Portobello Hotel Deals

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street Dunedin
The price is NZ$189 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$189
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Very nice staff and our room was lovely n clean

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is NZ$194 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$194
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Great layout of room, with amazing views of the city. Nice large king bed which was soft but super comfy. Staff were amazing and great location close to restaurants, cinemas, & casino.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street Dunedin
The price is NZ$235 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$235
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
Room comfortable. Best bed. Shower over bath not great for an older person. Good location and nice staff.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd Dunedin Otago
The price is NZ$142 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$142
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
this place was nice but very old buildings. good for one night stay but one bedroom unit not as big. the staff were very nice and friendly. it was clean. shower was old but not bad.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Beach lodge motel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street Dunedin
The price is NZ$329 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$329
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (870 reviews)
Excellent hotel! We had a one bedroom suite and it was perfect. Lots of room. Liked the bathroom - great shower and nice to have a washer and dryer at our disposal in the room. Very comfortable bed. Great air conditioning too. The restaurant was the best hotel restaurant we’ve ever had. We ate 3 ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City Dunedin
The price is NZ$223 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$223
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room. Good staff.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Portobello

Larnach Castle

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
Port Chalmers at Otago peninsula, New Zealand.

Port Chalmers

Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.

Port Chalmers
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Macandrew Bay

Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Macandrew Bay
Karetai Track, Otago Peninsula. Easy coastal walk which has awesome views and access to Tomahawk Beach

Highcliff

When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Highcliff
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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Ocean Grove

While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre.

Ocean Grove

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