Sawyers Bay Travel Guide
Dunedin
Visit Sawyers Bay
Popular places to visit
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.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Things to do
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour
7 Hours Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 10 people
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
Top hotels in Sawyers Bay
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Beach lodge motel
Other neighbourhoods around Sawyers Bay
Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve.
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 Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Bush Creek Trail and Otago Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.