North Dunedin Travel Guide
Dunedin
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Popular places to visit
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Otago Museum
Find prehistoric fossils and ancient statues. Learn all about the enthralling cultural and physical history of New Zealand.
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.
Top hotels in North Dunedin
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
Absolutely loved this stay. What started as a stressful day with flight cancellations turned into a happy surprise thanks to this hotel, and the team were so polite, friendly and genuinely welcoming. The room was huge and spacious, with a super comfortable bed and a peaceful, quiet atmosphere – everything ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Cable Court Motel
Great staff , good clean room with good amenities, good quiet location yet close to town.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Dunedin Motel and Villas
Room was a different layout to normal but still workable. A friendly welcome from proprietor and we had a comfortable stay to spite the weather.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Aurora On George
Nice comfortable room. Decent choices for meals and drinks locally. About 20 minutes walk to Burns statue at central hub.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Woodlands Motels and Apartments
The unit was clean, very spacious and comfortable. It was a little dated and would benefit from some updating but was a good place to stay.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
538 Great King Motel
Quiet, clean and completely renovated room. Very charming
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Dunedin
North East Valley
When in North East Valley, you can plan a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon 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 Grand Casino or The Octagon.
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.
Bradford
When in Bradford, you can plan a visit to Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
