North Dunedin Travel Guide
Dunedin
Visit North 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.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Otago Museum
Find prehistoric fossils and ancient statues. Learn all about the enthralling cultural and physical history of New Zealand.
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.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Dunedin City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
Top hotels in North Dunedin
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
Easy
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Woodlands Motels and Apartments
The room was great for us it was central to all the places we needed to visit the beds were very comfy the owner was great and supplied a shower chair as i have a disability we were very happy with our accomodation
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
755 Regal Court
Stayed in 2 bedroom apartment. Comfortable beds. The apartment is very spacious. Excellent check in. Allowed us to check in earlier at short notice which was very accommodating.
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Cable Court Motel
Excellent
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
538 Great King Motel
It was cool in Dunedin when we were there, so what we needed was not air conditioning but heating. And the motel had very good heating.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Highland House Boutique Hotel
Parking adequate
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Dunedin
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Otago Golf Club and Bush Creek Trail are top sights worth seeing.
Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Olveston and Dunedin Town Hall are a few top places to visit.
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.
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
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.
