South Dunedin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Dunedin
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
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Our pick of the best South Dunedin Hotel Deals
555 Motel Dunedin
Yes, the room was spotless and the staff were very friendly, and the key was very well organised, thank you, staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Clean tidy room, helpful happy staff, great location to walk to Regent Theatre
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Clean well appointed room, when I arrived to store my bags prior to check in the staff kindly let me have my room early at no charge, even though it was 2.5 hours prior to check in. I really appreciated the gesture and the customer service
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Clean room, attentive staff, tasty breakfast. Very helpful with laundry. Provided 2nd luggage holder too!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage
A slice of paradise forgotten, beautiful location lovely host to deal with definitely will be back in the future
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Dunedin
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.
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 Grand Casino or The Octagon.
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.
Mornington
While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
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 St. Clair Beach.
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.
South Dunedin Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in South Dunedin?
- Hotels Near Dunedin, Otago
- Which hotel chains are in South Dunedin?
- More holiday ideas
- Edgar Centre
- University of Otago
- The Octagon
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Speight's Brewery
- Brighton Beach
- Grand Casino
- Tunnel Beach
- Royal Albatross Centre
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- First Church of Otago
- Otago Museum
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Port Chalmers Museum
- Signal Hill
- Baldwin Street
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery
- Otakou Marae
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary
- Boulder Beach
- Olveston
- Pineapple Track
- Regent Theatre
What kind of hotels are in South Dunedin?
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