Port Chalmers Travel Guide
Dunedin
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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.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Top hotels in Port Chalmers
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Bathroom needs upgrading
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Goog Clean room good Staff
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin was conveniently located for walking downtown (& returning UPHILL!); however, their on-site restaurant was closed "until further notice" (we never saw any work being done on the restaurant!) so the "included breakfast" was quite limited! (The breakfast staff tried their best, ...
Reviewed on 1 May 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
We had a great and comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Port Chalmers
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve.
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.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want 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.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
