Green Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

4.5/5(497 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

4.5/5(186 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(283 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
Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a garden and a lake or waterhole

Dunedin Botanic Garden

4.5/5(179 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

4/5(85 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
Speight\'s Brewery featuring interior views

Speight's Brewery

4.5/5(86 reviews)

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

Speight's Brewery

Activities

Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

AU$132
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

AU$41
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

AU$140
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Views from Otago Peninsula

Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$209
per adult
Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$90
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Street life

Heritage Highlights Walk

AU$45
per adult
Heritage Highlights Walk
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Our pick of the best Green Island Hotel Deals

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$173 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Great location and lovely staff. Very clean and up-to-date. Pleasantly surprised at complimentary breakfast. Not happy to pay $15 per night for parking that was not secure"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$183 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
Easy and Central
"Great location / easy with breakfast and restaurant available"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 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 AU$183 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"The facility does not have enough parking spaces and we got to know this until we arrived. We had have to park on the street in front of the hotel and had no idea where to offload the luggage. Only after checked in we get the information from the hotel staff. Not a great choice if traveling with ..."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$217 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (698 reviews)
"it was clean and nice. TV could have movies preloaded"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 out of 5
41 Victoria Road, St Kilda, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$74 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
AU$74
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free casino shuttle. Popular attractions The Octagon and Ocean Beach Railway are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (456 reviews)
"There were no towels"

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Beach lodge motel
Beach lodge motel
3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$145 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Octagon and Ocean Beach Railway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
"Roomy suit"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Green Island

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Fairfield

When in Fairfield, you can plan a visit to Tunnel Beach and Island Park Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Fairfield
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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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Corstorphine

When in Corstorphine, you can plan a visit to Tunnel Beach and St. Clair Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Corstorphine
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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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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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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

Green Island Travel Guide

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