Macandrew Bay 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
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
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
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

Yellow Eyed Penguin from 1 of 3 viewing hide

Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

฿4,322
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
The Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance

Wildlife and Penguin Tour

฿1,248
per adult
Wildlife and Penguin Tour
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

฿1,902
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

฿864
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Castle to Cruise Tour

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

฿3,220
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Larnach Castle

Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour

฿3,438
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour
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Top hotels in Macandrew Bay

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is ฿3,344 per night from 25 May to 26 May
฿3,344
฿3,845 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
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! (1,006 reviews)
"The people made the stay very enjoyable. Could do with a bedding upgrade but was a good stay. Thankyou"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,985 per night from 12 May to 13 May
฿2,985
฿3,433 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
Good value
"Clean, efficient staff and central. Breakfast was well stocked and adequate. I would stay there again. Ample street parking between 6pm and 9am."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 out of 5
41 Victoria Road, St Kilda, Dunedin
The price is ฿1,473 per night from 8 May to 9 May
฿1,473
฿1,694 total
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free casino shuttle. Popular attractions The Octagon and Ocean Beach Railway are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (480 reviews)
"Suited our needs, close to golf course. Cups in cabin would have been handy."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is ฿4,296 per night from 23 May to 24 May
฿4,296
฿4,941 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
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 ...
"We didn't stay as the function we were going to was cancelled. However have stayed before and enjoy everything about this accommodation. Staff are excellent with the reception staff extremely helpful in sorting out the cancellation"

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is ฿3,088 per night from 23 May to 24 May
฿3,088
฿3,552 total
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"great breakfast , huge choice of everything you may want"

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Beach lodge motel
Beach lodge motel
3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is ฿2,743 per night from 5 May to 6 May
฿2,743
฿3,155 total
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Octagon and Ocean Beach Railway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (138 reviews)
"Good all round"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Macandrew Bay

Larnach Castle which includes street scenes and château or palace

Broad Bay

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

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Highcliff

When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Highcliff
Signal Hill

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.

Ravensbourne
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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 Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach.

Ocean Grove
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Portobello

While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve.

Portobello
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Waverley

Though Waverley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.

Waverley

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