Ocean Grove Travel Guide
Dunedin
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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.
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.
Top hotels in Ocean Grove
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Convenient location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
This was a good old fashioned hotel that did what it said on the tin. It was a bit like stepping back in time. Nothing fancy but clean, spacious rooms with good beds (and we had bad beds for most of our NZ trip). In fact the best two night’s sleep I’ve ever had in a hotel as it has windows that actually ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was very clean, the staff courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Clean room with good amenities and great location
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Beach lodge motel
good accommodation at the right price
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Quest Dunedin
Lovely place
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ocean Grove
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 St. Clair Beach.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre are a few top places to visit.
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.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.