Shiel Hill Travel Guide
Dunedin
Visit Shiel Hill
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.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Shiel Hill
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
I liked the property because it was central and close to amenities. Only downfall was the cleanliness. Cleaners should do deep cleaning. They need to move the furnitures and vacuum the carpet properly. The dust behind the bedside drawers triggered my hay fever and asthma. And also, why does the customer ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Nice room, nice restaurant, and very good location.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Apr 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
Off season so very quiet
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shiel Hill
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.
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.
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 St. Clair Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre are a few top places to visit.
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.
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.
