Tainui Travel Guide
Tourist 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.

St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

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.
Activities

Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Tainui

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.

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 Tomahak Beach.

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.

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.

South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

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.
- Chisholm Park Golf Club
- University of Otago
- The Octagon
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Speight's Brewery
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Grand Casino
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Edgar Centre
- Brighton Beach
- First Church of Otago
- Otago Golf Club
- Otakou Marae
- Tunnel Beach
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Signal Hill
- Otago Museum
- New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
- Pineapple Track
- Penguin Place
- Boulder Beach
- Regent Theatre
- Olveston
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery