Blackhead Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Alifia Baramatiwala
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Photo by Carson Carroll
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson

Popular places to visit

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

The Octagon

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

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach

St. Clair Beach

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

St. Clair Beach
Larnach Castle

Larnach Castle

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

Larnach Castle
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

Speight's Brewery

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 garden and a lake or waterhole

Dunedin Botanic Garden

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

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

Dunedin Town Hall

Activities

Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

AU$41
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Olveston Hall

Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

AU$24
per adult
Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour
We see a variety of other albatross and seabird species, like the bullers albatross pictured here.

Monarch Wildlife Cruise

AU$60
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Monarch Wildlife Cruise
See wild penguins just metres away !

Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Our new Toyota Hiace outside the Railway Station

Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

AU$229
per adult
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour

Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

AU$261
per adult
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
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Our pick of the best Blackhead Hotel Deals

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$135 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$135
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (997 reviews)
"All the staff were amazing nothing was an effort. Only negatives was our bed was uncomfortable and the cleaning staff did a terrible job cleaning our room daily. Otherwise I loved everything about the hotel and would definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$130 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$130
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Was a great stay with 2 small children"

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$189 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$189
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (761 reviews)
"What a great place to stay. Certainly exceeded my expectations. My wife and I spent the weekend in Dunedin and the stay at The Distinction certainly enhanced the overall experience."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$140 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$140
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (920 reviews)
"Comfortable, clean. Great handy location for everything we needed."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Quest Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$118 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$118
9 Aug - 10 Aug
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! (190 reviews)
"A large motel, comfortable bed, warm rooms. Hot shower with good pressure. Would use again."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Beach lodge motel
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is AU$156 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$156
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff and convenient"

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Blackhead

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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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Calversham

Calversham is well liked for its restaurants and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Calversham
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St. Clair

5/5(52 area reviews)

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

St. Clair
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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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Saint Kilda

4/5(85 area reviews)

Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Edgar Centre while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Saint Kilda
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South Dunedin

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

South Dunedin

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