Dunedin City Centre
Dunedin
![Dunedin which includes a garden, a pond and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182315-Dunedin-Chinese-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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![The Octagon which includes heritage elements, a church or cathedral and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/111000/111096-The-Octagon.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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![Toitu Otago Settlers Museum featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/111000/111148-Otago-Settlers-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Dunedin City Centre
Popular places to visit
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The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
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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 which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/78000/78205-Speights-Brewery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
![First Church of Otago featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180806-South-Island.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
First Church of Otago
With its breathtaking design and stained-glass windows, Dunedin’s most prominent church is often referred to as New Zealand’s finest 19th-century building.
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Dunedin Railways
You can browse the exhibits at Dunedin Railways, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Dunedin. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
![St. Paul\'s Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, interior views and religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/78000/78039-Dunedin.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
St. Paul's Cathedral
Dramatic architecture, exquisite sculptures, superb stained-glass windows and one of the country’s largest pipe organs are all on show at Dunedin’s Anglican cathedral.
Things to do
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Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
![From Port Chalmers: City, Sights & Larnach Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48283534/db29699b-9b81-4550-859d-ff12a7538b99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Port Chalmers: Castle, Coast & City Tour
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Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour CRUISE PASSENGERS ONLY
![Tairoa Head Lighthouse - the first built on the South Island of New Zealand.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2321601/06648e0a-32ba-48cb-bed3-bb0c0a843e82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
City to Sea Wildlife Cruise + Peninsula Bus Tour
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Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Top hotels in Dunedin City Centre
![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/bdebf5ec_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2025
![Scenic Hotel Southern Cross](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/1cefd740_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025
![Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/765ed231_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
![Distinction Dunedin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10120000/10120000/10119965/4150e804_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2025
![Quest Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1741600/1741583/f6e87e6b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2025
![Fable Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890600/890511/f17dbfd3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dunedin City Centre
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Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon are a few top places to visit.
![Otago Museum showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/110000/110887-Dunedin.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
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Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Bush Creek Trail and Otago Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
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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.