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.

Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

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

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Saint Kilda

Beach lodge motel
"Older motel with basic bathroom but good position and price made it worthwhile."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
"Was allowed to park my truck inside the compound by the Lodge. Made it a lot easier than having to park it on the road! Thank you"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026

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
"Fantastic place to stay while visiting Dunedin for a weekend. Not too far from the downtown area. Really friendly and helpful staff. Rooms comfortable. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
"nice and central"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
"Arrived to hotel no carpark to unload luggage due to roadworks, so double parked. Also no paid hotel car parking available either. Once inside my Mother who was having difficulty carrying her luggage asked for directions to our room and the staff didn’t even offer to help her with her bags to our ..."
Reviewed on 20 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.

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 Tomahak Beach and Edgar Centre.

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.

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 Grand Casino.

