St. Clair Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo by Nick Honeyfield
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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
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

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

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

AU$150
Per adult
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
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
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$90
Per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Yellow Eyed Penguin from 1 of 3 viewing hide

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

AU$177
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$190
Per adult
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Railway Station garden

City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

AU$208
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
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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$212 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
AU$212
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
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! (613 reviews)
"Great location, view from the room was amazing. Close to several places to eat"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 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
The price is AU$337 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$337
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Octagon and St. Clair Golf Club 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

Majestic Mansions - Apartments at St Clair
Esplanade Apartments
Esplanade Apartments
3.5 out of 5
14 Esplanade, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$262 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$262
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions The Octagon and St. Clair Golf Club are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Beautiful property I would recommend to anyone. Amazing view. Property is updated and clean. Decor is beautiful."

Reviewed on 10 Nov. 2024

Esplanade Apartments
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is AU$162 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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! (999 reviews)
Good location and staff
"All the staff are gentle and friendly, I stayed for 3days in Dunedin, all were good except the weather but all staff in this hotel gave me a good info and service. It’s close to most monuments around the Octagon where the centre of the city and some facilities. ex) a supermarket and so on. But if ..."

Reviewed on 18 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$162 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$162
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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)
"Great central location for walking in city centre. Convenient paid carpark means you can be sure of your vehicle safety."

Reviewed on 1 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$171 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$171
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! (1,003 reviews)
Good city hotel, clean and comfortable
"We had a two bedroom apartment, which was clean, well equipped and comfortable. WiFi in the bedroom was slow, better in the lounge. We were near the laundry which was noisy but finished before 10pm. The location was excellent, walking distance to the city centre, but there was some city noise outside ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around 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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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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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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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
St. Clair Beach showing a sandy beach and a coastal town

Lawyers Head

While visiting Lawyers Head, you might make a stop by sights like St. Clair Beach and Otago Peninsula.

Lawyers Head

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