Roslyn Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Olveston showing shopping and interior views
Olveston showing interior views
Olveston featuring interior views
Olveston which includes a garden
Olveston which includes heritage elements

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

Yellow Eyed Penguin from 1 of 3 viewing hide

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

AU$204
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
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
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Our pick of the best Roslyn 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 1 May to 2 May
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
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$217 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 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! (1,000 reviews)
Easy and Central
"Great location / easy with breakfast and restaurant available"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$217 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$217
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 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! (697 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
The price is AU$77 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$77
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 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! (469 reviews)
"Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$181 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$181
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 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! (1,002 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
Beach lodge motel
Beach lodge motel
3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$122 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$122
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 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! (113 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, comfortable bed,Nice cooked breakfast delivered to room"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Roslyn

Dunedin which includes a pond, a park and heritage elements

Dunedin City Centre

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 Regent Theatre.

Dunedin City Centre
Otago Museum showing interior views

North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

North Dunedin
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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
Baldwin Street

North East Valley

When in North East Valley, you can plan a visit to Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

North East Valley
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South Dunedin

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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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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