South Dunedin 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.
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 Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
First Church of Otago
With its breathtaking design and stained-glass windows, Dunedin’s most prominent church is often referred to as New Zealand’s finest 19th-century building.
Activities
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Brews and Views: A Private Tour of Dunedin’s Craft Beer Scene
Dunedin Adventure: Family Heritage & Nature Walk
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Speight Brewery Small Group Guided Tour from Dunedin
Our pick of the best South Dunedin Hotel Deals
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
- 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
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Grand Casino
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Otago Peninsula
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Speight's Brewery
- Brighton Beach
- Penguin Place
- First Church of Otago
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Otago Museum
- Dunedin Railways
- Baldwin Street
- Regent Theatre
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Olveston
- Signal Hill
- Otago Golf Club
- Otakou Marae
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Tunnel Beach
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery
- Port Chalmers Museum
- Pineapple Track
- New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame