Wakari

Dunedin

Popular places to visit

The Octagon showing heritage elements and a church or cathedral as well as a large group of people

The Octagon

4/5(13 reviews)

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

The Octagon
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

4/5(6 reviews)

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

St. Clair Beach
Speight\'s Brewery which includes interior views

Speight's Brewery

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

Speight's Brewery
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a lake or waterhole and a park

Dunedin Botanic Garden

5/5(8 reviews)

Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.

Dunedin Botanic Garden
Dunedin Town Hall

Dunedin Town Hall

3.5/5(4 reviews)

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

Dunedin Town Hall

Things to do

Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula

€118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

€1,256
per traveller
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown
Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

€76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

€24
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin

€786
per traveller
2 Days Queenstown Wanaka Private Tours from Dunedin
The best of Dunedin walking tour

Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour

€499
per adult
Fascinating Heritage of Dunedin Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Wakari

March Apartments
March Apartments
3.5 out of 5
51 Shetland Street, Dunedin
The price is €98 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
€98
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Bush Creek Trail and Otago Golf Club are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (261 reviews)
"The apartment was fantastic - warm, comfortable, spacious, and clean. Quiet off-road location. We stayed for six nights - perfect for longer term stay. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

March Apartments
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is €97 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
€97
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay. Friendly team, from checking in through to the restaurant"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is €100 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
€100
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"The property stay was enjoyable, especially the balcony and the view. However, I couldn’t give a 5-star rating due to the lack of parking availability. We were surprised to learn that Expedia members cannot reserve/book parking through the app, as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is €124 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
€124
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (740 reviews)
"Great location fast check in & out"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Beach lodge motel
Beach lodge motel
3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is €74 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
€74
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (174 reviews)
"Very comfortable, clean, reasonable prices, friendly helpful staff."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Beach lodge motel
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Good for a one night stay
"Overall is okay and the location is good, Woolworth is only a hundred meters away."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Wakari

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Maori Hill

If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Otago Golf Club and Bush Creek Trail are top sights worth seeing.

Maori Hill
Olveston showing interior views and shopping

Roslyn

The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Paul's Cathedral and Dunedin Town Hall are a few top places to visit.

Roslyn
Otago Museum showing interior views

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.

North Dunedin
Dunedin which includes a pond, a park and heritage elements

Dunedin City Centre

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

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 First Church of Otago or Grand Casino.

Dunedin City Centre
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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.

Mornington
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Kenmure

While there might not be top attractions in Kenmure, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Kenmure

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