Portobello Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Portobello
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 Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
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.
Activities
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Our pick of the best Portobello Hotel Deals
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Good size rooms, comfortable, clean, quiet and everything worked. Staff were helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Very clean and tidy room. Central location and simple check in.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was very clean, the staff courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage
Location was amazing great wee cottage
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Beach lodge motel
good accommodation at the right price
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Portobello
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.
Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North East Valley
When in North East Valley, you can plan a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Portobello Travel Guide
- Lighthouse
- University of Otago
- The Octagon
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Speight's Brewery
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Brighton Beach
- Tunnel Beach
- Grand Casino
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- First Church of Otago
- Otago Museum
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Edgar Centre
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery
- Port Chalmers Museum
- Otakou Marae
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Signal Hill
- Pineapple Track
- Penguin Place
- Baldwin Street
- Regent Theatre
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