Mornington Travel Guide

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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
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
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
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
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
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

Activities

Larnach Castle - NZ's castle, built in 1871.

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

AU$149
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$89
Per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

AU$131
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Railway Station garden

City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

AU$179
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
Larnach Castle

Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour

AU$162
Per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

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

AU$139
Per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided 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 patios. Popular attractions Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (54 reviews)
Relaxing
"Me and my teenaged son enjoyed the place, very warm and cozy and very central for Dunedin. Coffee in the morning on the verandah and listening to the bird life was lovely"

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2024

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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$154 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
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! (983 reviews)
"The location was great, basically bang in the middle of the CBD. The room was nice and clean, although there was a constant humming all day and night and the fridge sounded like a forklift in the middle of the night."

Reviewed on 8 Nov. 2024

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$144 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Being shoulder season This topend hotel was same cost as mid range hotels The gym was perfect for serious weightlifters with 50 kg dumbells and Olmpic bar Also has 2 kg dumbells for beginners"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is AU$172 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
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)
"It was clean quiet and peaceful One negative- the fruit we brought frost in the fridge"

Reviewed on 21 Nov. 2024

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$195 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$195
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free casino shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
"Great location, close to town centre and supermarket. The bed was super comfy, nice and clean room. Car parking is an additional cost but worth it as it’s secured parking."

Reviewed on 26 Nov. 2024

Quest Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is AU$243 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (379 reviews)
"Just DIVINE!!!"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Fable Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Mornington

Dunedin which includes a pond, a park and heritage elements

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 Toitu Otago Settlers Museum or First Church of Otago.

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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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 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, Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon are a few top places to visit.

Roslyn
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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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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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