Saint Kilda 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
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

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
Views from Otago Peninsula

Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$209
per adult
Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour
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
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 Saint Kilda Hotel Deals

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 out of 5
41 Victoria Road, St Kilda, Dunedin
The price is AU$79 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$79
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 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! (473 reviews)
"Well laid out cabin, best fish and chips at the camp store"

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Beach lodge motel
Beach lodge motel
3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$133 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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! (123 reviews)
"Great location near the beach and dinosaur park. A little dated, but everything you could need and clean and comfy."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Beach lodge motel
Ocean Beach Hotel
Ocean Beach Hotel
3 out of 5
134 Prince Albert Road; St Kilda, Dunedin
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$124 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Popular attractions The Octagon and Ocean Beach Railway are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (333 reviews)
"nice and convenient place."

Reviewed on 5 Apr. 2025

Ocean Beach Hotel
Sunny Little Gem on the Flat
Sunny Little Gem on the Flat
Dunedin
Stay at this vacation home in Dunedin. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions The Octagon and Ocean Beach Railway are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (117 reviews)
Nice 2 bedroom unit.
"Lovely warm comfortable unit in handy position if you have a car. It is really well equipped & it was mostly very clean. The shower door handle & one of the towel rails need attention as they are loose. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2025

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Sunny Little Gem on the Flat
ASURE Adrian Motel
ASURE Adrian Motel
4 out of 5
101 Queens Dr, St Kilda, Dunedin, OTA
The price is AU$194 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$194
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions The Octagon and Ocean Beach Railway ...
9/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
A+ all round
"Close to beach, 5 min drive to big chain stores, quiet, clean and comfy. Excellent place to stay"

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025

ASURE Adrian Motel
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$177 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$177
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! (995 reviews)
"Property is well situated but needs refurbishment. Stained carpet; the sound of your neighbour peeing above you head and then the flushing toilet reverberating about the rooms above and below. On the other side staff are the best asset to the facility. Go above and beyond."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around Saint Kilda

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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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Musselburgh

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are a few top places to visit.

Musselburgh
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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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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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Andersons Bay

Though Andersons Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach.

Andersons Bay
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 First Church of Otago or Regent Theatre.

Dunedin City Centre

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