Saint Kilda 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 Saint Kilda
Beach lodge motel
Great location. Friendly staff, great rooms with excellent beds that were amazing.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Ocean Beach Hotel
The convenience of parking & having a bar restaurant was really good, food was good.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
ASURE Adrian Motel
Clean, tidy and had everything we needed. When we arrived they told us they gave us an upgrade at no extra cost , which was amazing
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
This is a wonderful hotel but was very disappointed with the staff on check in. We arrived after 2pm, check in was 2pm, and the room wasn't ready. We sat in the foyer for almost an hour then when I approached the Duty Manager he me told the room had been ready for awhile. Clearly they hadn't noted ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
The staff at the Scenic were friendly and most helpful. Good location and easy to get around the city. Many of the sites were within walking distance.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Saint Kilda
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre are a few top places to visit.
St. Clair
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.
Lawyers Head
While visiting Lawyers Head, you might make a stop by sights like St. Clair Beach and Tomahak Beach.
Andersons Bay
Though Andersons Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach.
Dunedin City Centre
Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Regent Theatre or Dunedin Public Art Gallery.
