Waverley Travel Guide

Dunedin

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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First Church of Otago

4.5/5(6 reviews)

With its breathtaking design and stained-glass windows, Dunedin’s most prominent church is often referred to as New Zealand’s finest 19th-century building.

First Church of Otago

Things to do

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Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula

£61
Per adult
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula
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City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

£97
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
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Emerson's Brewery Tour

£20
Per adult
Emerson's Brewery Tour
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Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

£65
Per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
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Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

£95
Per adult
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
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Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour

£428
Per adult
Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Waverley

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
2.5 out of 5
27 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
The price is £58 per night from 16 May to 17 May
£58
per night
16 May - 17 May
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and First Church of Otago are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (401 reviews)
"Very good value for money the room was clean quiet and spacious I would definitely go back"

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2024

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is £89 per night from 5 May to 6 May
£89
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and on-site parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Basic room which did the job. Clean and comfortable while not being too luxurious."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is £89 per night from 3 May to 4 May
£89
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Grand Casino and Speight's Brewery are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Nice Hotel in Dunedin
"We stayed at Scenic Southern Cross as part of a larger trip of New Zealand. The hotel was convenient to the central city and not far from the Octagon. The room was very comfortable and quiet although the view from room was a parking lot. We found parking on the street right across from the hotel ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is £86 per night from 3 May to 4 May
£86
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Although we got a free upgrade to a 2 room suite unit, it is on the 5th floor that requires us to carry our luggage upand down from the elevator that ends at the 4th floor. Also ther us an ongoing construction bearby that causes the room to shake a little while there is piling going on"

Reviewed on 19 Apr 2024

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is £111 per night from 22 May to 23 May
£111
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (326 reviews)
Fabulous Hot
"A lovely hotel beautiful decor. Rooms were clean & comfortable & so quiet. Breakfast included was wonderful. Staff were lovely. A great experience highly recommended."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

Fable Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is £70 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£70
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a free casino shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (781 reviews)
"Good place"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2024

Quest Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Waverley

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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 St. Clair Beach.

Andersons Bay
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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 St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre.

Ocean Grove
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 First Church of Otago or Grand Casino.

Dunedin City Centre
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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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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
Otago Museum showing interior views

North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

North Dunedin

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