St. Clair Travel Guide

Tourist 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
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

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

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

AU$150
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Railway Station garden

City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

AU$209
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
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
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
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$90
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$191
per adult
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
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Our pick of the best St. Clair Hotel Deals

Hotel St Clair
Hotel St Clair
3.5 out of 5
24 Esplanade, St. Clair Beach, Dunedin
The price is AU$228 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
AU$228
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (623 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel in lovely area"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Hotel St Clair
Majestic Mansions - Apartments at St Clair
Majestic Mansions - Apartments at St Clair
3.5 out of 5
15 Bedford Street, St Clair, Dunedin
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions St. Clair Golf Club and St. Clair Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (425 reviews)
"The area was fantastic. Just behind the hotel was a beautiful walkway along the beach and restaurants and bars. There are several steps to the front door and no lift, but it's very nice inside."

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

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Majestic Mansions - Apartments at St Clair
Esplanade Apartments
Esplanade Apartments
3.5 out of 5
14 Esplanade, Dunedin, Otago
Fully refundable
The price is AU$311 per night from 12 Jan to 13 Jan
AU$311
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions St. Clair Golf Club and St. Clair Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
"Property had a bizarre bathroom set up. The toilet was in a separate room with no sink to wash one's hands after nature had called. We had to walk over to the opposite side of the apartment to a different room that had a shower and sink in it. This was very inconvenient and obviously not very sanitary. ..."

Reviewed on 27 Nov. 2024

Esplanade Apartments
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 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff helped with all our needs with our stay, will be back again to stay, maybe advise on parking costs more clearly in booking reference though"

Reviewed on 19 Dec. 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$130 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice and clean room and surprisingly quiet"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$172 per night from 24 Dec to 25 Dec
AU$172
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
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)
"N/A"

Reviewed on 10 Dec. 2024

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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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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
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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
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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Andersons Bay

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

Andersons Bay

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