Opoho Travel Guide
Dunedin
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.
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.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Top hotels in Opoho
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Bathroom needs upgrading
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Goog Clean room good Staff
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin was conveniently located for walking downtown (& returning UPHILL!); however, their on-site restaurant was closed "until further notice" (we never saw any work being done on the restaurant!) so the "included breakfast" was quite limited! (The breakfast staff tried their best, ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Beach lodge motel
Very quiet. Parking good right outside motel. Staff very welcoming. Room clean.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Didn't worry bout breakfast, they charged me $20 for a park bit annoying anyhow room was comfortable and clean.Bit worried bout chair l sat on as was quite wobbly but done the job. Would go back
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
We had a great and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Opoho
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
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.
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Otago Golf Club and Bush Creek Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Waverley
Though Waverley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Regent Theatre.
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 Dunedin Public Art Gallery.
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 Dunedin Public Art Gallery are a few top places to visit.
