Port Chalmers Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
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 Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Activities
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing
Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Dunedin City, Wildlife and Larnach Castle
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Other neighbourhoods around Port Chalmers
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Silver Peaks Reserve and Lighthouse.
Broad Bay
Broad Bay is well-regarded for its beaches, cosy cafes and colourful gardens, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighbourhood.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
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.
Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Bush Creek Trail and Otago Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
- The Octagon
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Otago Peninsula
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Speight's Brewery
- Brighton Beach
- Grand Casino
- First Church of Otago
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Edgar Centre
- Otago Museum
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Otakou Marae
- Penguin Place
- Regent Theatre
- Signal Hill
- Boulder Beach
- Olveston