Port Chalmers Travel Guide
Dunedin
Visit Port Chalmers
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.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
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
Nice place to stay
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
all good
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
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Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Beach lodge motel
Lovely place to stay
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Great location. Great breakfast
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
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Reviewed on 8 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.
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Forsyth Barr Stadium and Dunedin Botanic Garden.
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.
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.
