Dunedin City Centre Travel Guide

Dunedin

A traditional Chinese building with a tiled roof, a rocky garden, and a stone bridge over a pond.
A historic building with a clock tower and a cathedral in the background.
A historic building with a clock tower and Gothic architecture.
A stone bridge over a pond, surrounded by lush greenery and traditional architecture.
A museum exhibit with vintage motorcycles and cars.

Stay near popular Dunedin City Centre attractions

A statue of a man in a suit, a large church with twin spires, and a clock tower.

The Octagon

8.6/10 (1,626 reviews)
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
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Things to do

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

฿936
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin: Otago Peninsula Clearwater Wildlife Tour

Dunedin: Otago Peninsula Clearwater Wildlife Tour

฿4,583
per adult
Dunedin: Otago Peninsula Clearwater Wildlife Tour
First Church, the third iteration of the first Presbyterian church

Dunedin True Crime Walking Tour Inner City

฿1,268
per adult
Dunedin True Crime Walking Tour Inner City
Dunedin: Small Group City Highlights Tour

Dunedin: Small Group City Highlights Tour

฿2,535
per adult
Dunedin: Small Group City Highlights Tour
Experience Dunedin Private Tours

Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people

฿23,328
per traveller
Private Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 6 people
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

฿3,285
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
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Top hotels in Dunedin City Centre

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is ฿3,014 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
฿3,014
฿3,466 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Front desk always staffed. Very spacious room."

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street Dunedin
The price is ฿2,500 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿2,500
฿2,875 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City Dunedin
The price is ฿3,012 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿3,012
฿3,463 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street Dunedin
The price is ฿4,187 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
฿4,187
฿4,815 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St Dunedin
The price is ฿3,081 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,081
฿3,543 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"great parking underneath rooms"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

Quest Dunedin
Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin

5 out of 5
310 Princes St Dunedin
The price is ฿2,987 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
฿2,987
฿3,435 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (581 reviews)
"Nice clean refurbished rooms - not large but good for me on a business trip. Rooms can be a bit dark but I was out most of the time"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Fable Dunedin
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Where to stay in Dunedin City Centre

Find the best Dunedin City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Dunedin City Centre
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A series of weathered wooden posts in the ocean.

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.

A large, ornate building with a clock tower, surrounded by well-manicured gardens and a clear blue sky.
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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.

South Dunedin

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Edgar Centre while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Portobello

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Portobello and surrounding area, you can visit Glenfalloch Gardens and Otakou Marae.

Dunedin City Centre Travel Guide