Mornington Travel Guide

Dunedin

Popular places to visit

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

The Octagon

4/5(13 reviews)

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

4.5/5(8 reviews)

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

4/5(6 reviews)

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

Larnach Castle
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a lake or waterhole and a park

Dunedin Botanic Garden

5/5(8 reviews)

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

3.5/5(4 reviews)

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

Dunedin Town Hall
Speight\'s Brewery which includes interior views

Speight's Brewery

4/5(2 reviews)

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

Speight's Brewery

Things to do

Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

£64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

£1,059
per traveller
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown
The best of Dunedin walking tour

Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour

£431
per adult
Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour
Castle to Cruise Tour

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

£73
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

£662
per traveller
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin
Harbour and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

£57
per adult
Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour
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Top hotels in Mornington

The Albion Cottage in beautiful colourful garden

The Albion Cottage in beautiful colourful garden

Dunedin City, Dunedin
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
"Problem with entry - we were given the wrong key code !! otherwise a good stay !"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

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The Albion Cottage in beautiful colourful garden
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is £67 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
£67
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Good location Staff friendly"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is £69 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£69
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"A very nice hotel in a convenient location for Dunedin CBD. The Whittaker's Chocolate was a nice touch as hotels and motels don't seem to leave a cookie or chocolate for guests anymore. The bee was very comfortable and the bathroom was super clean. The toilet was a bit noisy after flushing but it's ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
Fully refundable
The price is £98 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£98
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (750 reviews)
"Great staff from reception, cleaners and restaurant. We had high tea and selection was tip top. We stayed in a twin bedroom, one queen and two singles. Really needed a quiet stay and I wasn’t disappointed."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is £88 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
£88
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Comfortable beds and a warn, clean room. Breakfast was included and it had excellent options, including a separate toaster for gluten-free needs. Thr hotel is close to the centre and was in a quiet area. The building is quite tired as a lot of nz hotels seem to be."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is £63 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£63
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)
"the only negative was the tight parking"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Mornington

Dunedin which includes a pond, a park and heritage elements

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 Toitu Otago Settlers Museum or First Church of Otago.

Dunedin City Centre
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Kenmure

While there might not be top attractions in Kenmure, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Kenmure
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Calversham

Calversham is well liked for its restaurants and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Calversham
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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
Olveston showing interior views and shopping

Roslyn

The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Paul's Cathedral and Dunedin Town Hall are a few top places to visit.

Roslyn
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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

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