Port Chalmers
Dunedin
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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.
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.
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
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour (Shore Excursion)
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
Top hotels in Port Chalmers
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Everything was as expected. I enjoyed my stay and the staff amazing. Only downside was the roads works at night
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Friendly staff, excellent space in our room and very central area to stay
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Very clean room. Great location. Loved the view Great sunrise captured this morning
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Muy a gusto este hotel por la locación. El estacionamiento tiene un costo extra de 40 dólares por espacio para que lo consideren. Todo se puede hacer caminando desde este lugar. Que no hay mucho que hacer, pero todo está a pie. Me gustó el estalle del baño que solo se enciende con con botón. Me sentí ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Beach lodge motel
Staff was very helpful and the place was clean. Satisfied with our stay.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Very good room with a huge bathroom. All the staff were friendly and helpful Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of food Restaurant food was good and reasonably priced
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Port Chalmers
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.
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.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Dunedin
Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Dunedin Botanic Garden or Otago Museum while you're exploring the area.
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.
