The Glen Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
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 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.
Activities
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Our pick of the best The Glen Hotel Deals
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Clean room (daily housekeeping) in a convenient location. Limited but adequate breakfast. WiFi was slow and recommission was sometimes required. Sound attenuation between rooms seemed limited.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Hotel obviously on the South Island coach tours Breakfast was a dogfight with most tables booked for tours Food ran out and had to wait for replacements Restaurant food (1 dinner) reasonable
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Very handy to city centre with great facilities. Parking limited but plenty within a short walk.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Room was lovely bed was comfy cleaned every day would go back
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Beach lodge motel
parking tight,air conhard to understand,air freshener so overpoering it made your eyes water.Great bedsQuiet unit.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
The Holiday Park was easy to find. Cabin was clean.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Glen
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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 Regent Theatre or Grand Casino.
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.
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.
