Mornington 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

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

Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

AU$133
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin

AU$1,375
per traveller
Mt Cook Private Tour from Dunedin
Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide

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

AU$206
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing

天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing

AU$182
per adult
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown

AU$2,198
per traveller
Mt Cook Tour: Finish at Dunedin, Christchurch or Queenstown
Castle to Cruise Tour

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

AU$151
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
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Our pick of the best Mornington Hotel Deals

The Albion Cottage in beautiful colourful garden

The Albion Cottage in beautiful colourful garden

Dunedin City
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
"Problem with entry - we were given the wrong key code !! otherwise a good stay !"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

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The Albion Cottage in beautiful colourful garden
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 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$135
17 Aug - 18 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$132 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$132
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Good central spot in Dunedin & a sweet price!"

Reviewed on 10 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$190 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$190
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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! (765 reviews)
"The bed was huge and wonderfully comfortable. Restaurant meals were excellent"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is AU$147 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$147
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$118
12 Aug - 13 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! (192 reviews)
"a very enjoyable stay"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Mornington

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Belleknowes

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

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

Dunedin City Centre

4/5(900 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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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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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
Olveston showing shopping and interior views

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

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