Dunedin City Centre Travel Guide
Dunedin
Visit Dunedin City Centre
Popular places to visit
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
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.
Olveston
Enjoy stunning artwork and beautiful 20th-century design features at one of the Otago region’s finest manor houses.
Regent Theatre
A busy schedule of book fairs, family-friendly theatrical shows, film screenings, live concerts and well-known Broadway productions makes this city theatre a one-stop venue for cultural events.
St. Paul's Cathedral
Dramatic architecture, exquisite sculptures, superb stained-glass windows and one of the country’s largest pipe organs are all on show at Dunedin’s Anglican cathedral.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Top hotels in Dunedin City Centre
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Everything was as expected. I enjoyed my stay and the staff amazing. Only downside was the roads works at night
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Friendly staff, excellent space in our room and very central area to stay
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Ok
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Nice room, great food and drink
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Very good room with a huge bathroom. All the staff were friendly and helpful Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of food Restaurant food was good and reasonably priced
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
First room didn't have a fridge, do the girl swapped us to a nicer room with one, which was lovely.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dunedin City Centre
Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Olveston and Dunedin Town Hall are a few top places to visit.
Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
North Dunedin
Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Dunedin Botanic Garden or Otago Museum while you're exploring the area.
Mornington
While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Bush Creek Trail and Otago Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
