Upper Junction Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Junction
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
Our pick of the best Upper Junction Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Upper Junction
North Dunedin
Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Dunedin Botanic Garden or Otago Museum while you're exploring the area.
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.
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Otago Golf Club and Bush Creek Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Port Chalmers
You'll enjoy the churches and waterfront in Port Chalmers. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Chalmers Museum or Holy Trinity Church.
Larnachs Castle
Though Larnachs Castle may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Boulder Beach.
Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Paul's Cathedral and Dunedin Town Hall are a few top places to visit.
- 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