St. Clair Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Andrew Caldwell
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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

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
Street life

Heritage Highlights Walk

AU$45
per adult
Heritage Highlights Walk
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$90
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: 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
Views from Otago Peninsula

Otago Peninsula Scenery and Dunedin City Highlights Tour

AU$209
per adult
Otago Peninsula Scenery and 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$221 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$221
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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! (671 reviews)
"Excellent accomodation in a fantastic location and friendly staff. Top notch stay."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

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$179 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$179
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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! (434 reviews)
"I loved my stay! The staff were so friendly, check in was easy and the room was amazing! We had a beautiful view of the beach and the room was spacious and clean! Would love to come back!"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Majestic Mansions - Apartments at St Clair
Esplanade Apartments
Esplanade Apartments
3.5 out of 5
14 Esplanade, Dunedin, Otago
The price is AU$244 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$244
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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! (54 reviews)
"Loved our stay here - the apartment was perfect for us, we had plenty of space and the character was fab. Being so close to the beach, great cafes and restaurants was incredible and the parking space is fantastic in a busy seaside area."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Esplanade Apartments
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 out of 5
10 Smith 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 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$205 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
AU$205
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 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$221 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$221
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! (696 reviews)
"it was clean and nice. TV could have movies preloaded"

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
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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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Corstorphine

When in Corstorphine, you can plan a visit to Tunnel Beach and St. Clair Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Corstorphine
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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
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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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