South Dunedin Travel Guide
Dunedin
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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.
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 South Dunedin
555 Motel Dunedin
Manager Jason is really helpful and professional. Motel is comfortable overall. Facility is a bit old but do the job nicely. Location is perfect. Will consider to stay here again.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Very good location, clean hotel and friendly staff
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Nice room, nice restaurant, and very good location.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Beach lodge motel
Cleanroom
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
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Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Clean room decent breakfast convenient location nice staff
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Dunedin
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.
Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are a few top places to visit.
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.
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.
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.
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.
