Tainui
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.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
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.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula & Larnach Castle Shore Excursion
Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)
Top hotels in Tainui
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Nice and clean but showing signs of age
Reviewed on 25 Mar, 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Great location and excellent food and spacious room
Reviewed on 26 Mar, 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
I was only there one night but it was excellent. Large room, friendly,helpful staff, and very central location.
Reviewed on 25 Mar, 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Room was lovely bed was comfy cleaned every day would go back
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Beach lodge motel
parking tight,air conhard to understand,air freshener so overpoering it made your eyes water.Great bedsQuiet unit.
Reviewed on 23 Mar, 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
The Holiday Park was easy to find. Cabin was clean.
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tainui
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.
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.
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.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
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.
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.
