Port Chalmers

Dunedin

Port Chalmers
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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 which includes 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 featuring a lake or waterhole and a garden

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 showing an administrative buidling, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

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

$27
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour

Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

$171
per adult
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
See wild penguins just metres away !

Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Harbour and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

$78
per adult
Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour
Olveston Hall

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

$16
per adult
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
Our new Toyota Hiace outside the Railway Station

Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

$150
per adult
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
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Port Chalmers Hotel Deals

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
$81 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
$94 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and 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! (999 reviews)
"Great place and spacious room. Clean and tidy"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
$79 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
$92 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and 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)
"Was a great stay with 2 small children"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
$108 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Aug 8 to Aug 9
$125 total
Aug 8 - Aug 9
Total includes taxes and 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! (757 reviews)
"Great all round"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
$81 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$95 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and 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! (920 reviews)
"Comfortable, clean. Great handy location for everything we needed."

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

Quest Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
$74 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$85 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (188 reviews)
"Wonderful accommodation for the 4 of us (2 adults and 2 children) and prime location very close to St Kilda’s and St Clair’s beaches. Excellent everything :)"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Beach lodge motel
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff and convenient"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

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Other neighborhoods around Port Chalmers

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Portobello

If you're spending some time in Portobello, Lighthouse and Catholic Church are top sights worth seeing.

Portobello
Larnach Castle which includes street scenes and chateau or palace

Broad Bay

Broad Bay is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, picturesque gardens, and charming cafes, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighborhood.

Broad Bay
Get the chance to see a penguin in the wild while on a wildlife tour to Otago Peninsula. It's an unforgettable experience.

Highcliff

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highcliff and surrounding area, you can visit Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Highcliff
Otago Museum featuring 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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Ocean Grove

When in Ocean Grove, you can plan a visit to Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ocean Grove
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Waverley

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waverley and surrounding area, you can visit Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.

Waverley
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