Sawyers Bay Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Sawyers Bay
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Clean room
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
I thoroughly enjoyed the hotel and Staff. Excellent location and well appointed rooms.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
No parking, location is good.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Nice place, friendly staff and good breakfast.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Beach lodge motel
An older property but very homely and cosy, our studio had everything we needed. Recommended.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Easy to find and park. Room was basic but had everything we needed if you didnt want to do lots of cooking. There was a kitchen next door but was inconvenient to unlock it then wash dishes and lock again
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
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.
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.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Larnachs Castle
Though Larnachs Castle may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Boulder Beach.
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.
