Highcliff Travel Guide
Dunedin


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 Highcliff

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Nice staff and cafe. Ended up parking in the street as the hotel charges $25 a night!
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
The scenic circle Dunedin city were super helpful with the flexibility regarding the booking alterations and we really appreciated the overall helpfulness of the staff. Great location, super comfortable bed and clean. Was a good breakfast and easily accessible to other cafes and Dunedin attractions. ...
Reviewed on 16 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 Highcliff

Ocean Grove
While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are a few top places to visit.


