Tainui

Dunedin

Popular places to visit

The Octagon which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral as well as a large group of people

The Octagon

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

St. Clair Beach
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
Speight\'s Brewery showing interior views

Speight's Brewery

Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

Speight's Brewery
Dunedin Botanic Garden which includes a lake or waterhole and a park

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 Botanic Garden
Dunedin Town Hall

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 Town Hall

Things to do

Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

S$34
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Small-Group Tour

Mainland Peninsula Tour

S$219
per adult
Mainland Peninsula Tour
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour

Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

S$215
per adult
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

S$120
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

S$75
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Our new Toyota Hiace outside the Railway Station

Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

S$199
per adult
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
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Top hotels in Tainui

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is S$117 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
S$117
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Overall good place to stay in Dunedin. Liked everything apart from soundproofing"

Reviewed on 6 Oct, 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is S$124 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
S$124
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"Everything was excellent. The staff were extra helpful and friendly. Highly recommend:"

Reviewed on 4 Oct, 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is S$132 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
S$132
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was good There was a minor issue with the room on arrival but it was quickly dealt with by the staff. Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 4 Oct, 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is S$158 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
S$158
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (803 reviews)
"Staying at this hotel was the most enjoyable experience of a hotel stay in my entire experience and I have stayed in a huge amount in my long life. Everyone was very kind and helpful, it was also very quiet, the room was perfect and clean with everything you could possibly imagine and was cleaned ..."

Reviewed on 10 Oct, 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is S$124 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
S$124
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (938 reviews)
"Free laundry. Lovely rooms. Close to town and supermarket. Parking for a fee. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on 6 Oct, 2025

Quest Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is S$130 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
S$130
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean, warm and comfortable"

Reviewed on 4 Oct, 2025

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Tainui

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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 Tomahak Beach.

Andersons Bay
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Saint Kilda

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Saint Kilda
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South Dunedin

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

South Dunedin
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St. Clair

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

St. Clair
Dunedin featuring heritage elements, a pond and a garden

Dunedin City Centre

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

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.

Dunedin City Centre
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Ocean Grove

While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach.

Ocean Grove

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