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Top 10 Things To Do In Dunedin

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#1Coastal Train Shore Excursion with City Sightseeing

Experience the magnificent scenery of the Otago Peninsula by railway, aboard the Silver Fern Train. Enjoy city sightseeing in Dunedin, including admission an...

Duration 5h 30m Free cancellation
4.2 of 5 (2 reviews)
The price now is
AU$154
per adult
Coastal Train Shore Excursion with City Sightseeing

#2Dunedin Cruise Excursion - Wildlife Cruise & Larnach Castle

Explore the Otago Peninsula without worrying if you can make it back to your cruise ship in time. This perfectly timed tour allows you to see historic Larnac...

Duration 8h Free cancellation
3 of 5 (1 review)
The price now is
AU$136
per adult
Dunedin Cruise Excursion - Wildlife Cruise & Larnach Castle

#3Monarch Wildlife Cruise

Watch as royal albatross soar and fur seals play during an invigorating Wildlife Cruise around the stunning coastline of Dunedin. Meet the boat and crew at W...

Duration 1h Free cancellation
The price now is
AU$54
per adult
Monarch Wildlife Cruise

#4Dunedin Sightseeing Shore Excursion with Olveston House

Experience the city of Dunedin, combining sightseeing with a guided tour of the stately Olveston House. Enjoy convenient roundtrip transfer from your cruise ...

Duration 4h Free cancellation
5 of 5 (1 review)
The price now is
AU$75
per adult
Dunedin Sightseeing Shore Excursion with Olveston House

#5Dunedin Shore Excursion: Albatross Centre & Penguin Colony

This shore excursion is a must-do for nature and wildlife lovers! Starting from Port Chalmers, enjoy an informative and entertaining sightseeing tour of Dune...

Duration 7h Free cancellation
4 of 5 (1 review)
The price now is
AU$196
per adult
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Albatross Centre & Penguin Colony

#6Dunedin Shore Excursion: Royal Albatross Centre & Yellow-Eyed Penguins

ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productPass By: Otago Peninsula, Dunedin New ZealandYour bus will depart from Port Chalmers to Dunedin City via...

Duration 7h Free cancellation
The price now is
AU$201
per adult
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Royal Albatross Centre & Yellow-Eyed Penguins

#7Otago Harbour & Wildlife Cruise with Penguin Place Tour

ROYAL ALBATROSS & YELLOW-EYED PENGUINS! Bus out early-afternoon from Dunedin city along the scenic roads of the Otago Peninsula. Enjoy a 90 min guided to...

Duration 5h Free cancellation
The price now is
AU$144
per adult
Otago Harbour & Wildlife Cruise with Penguin Place Tour

#8Dunedin City Highlights & Otago Peninsula Scenery Tour

Start at Port Chalmers to experience the beauty of Dunedin on a fantastic 5 hour tour of rich heritage, spectacular scenery. You will experience gorgeous and...

Duration 5h
The price now is
AU$150
per traveller
Dunedin City Highlights & Otago Peninsula Scenery Tour

#9Dunedin Cruise Excursion: Otago Peninsula Cruise & Penguins Tour

Embark on a nature cruise of the Otago Peninsula, spotting a variety of New Zealand wildlife. Take a guided tour of Penguin Place, a nature reserve for the r...

Duration 7h 30m Free cancellation
5 of 5
The price now is
AU$150
per adult
Dunedin Cruise Excursion: Otago Peninsula Cruise & Penguins Tour

#10Diverse Dunedin Self-Guided Audio Tour

Enjoy the culturally rich history in the city of Dunedin, where it was first discovered by Scottish pioneers. This city is very much like Scotland’s capital ...

Duration 2h Free cancellation
The price now is
AU$20
per traveller
Diverse Dunedin Self-Guided Audio Tour

Most Popular Booked Dunedin Hotels

Price for 1 night 2 adults*

Bluestone On George AU$162

Per night/room

4 Oct. - 5 Oct.

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Bluestone On George

Bluestone On George

571 George Street, Dunedin
     
    4.9
    of 5, from 241 reviews
    5.0 out of 5.0 Stars

    Bluestone On George: Eco-friendly motel with free WiFi and free parking. Located near a train station.

    315 Euro Motel AU$139

    Per night/room

    7 Oct. - 8 Oct.

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    315 Euro Motel

    315 Euro Motel

    315 George Street, Dunedin
       
      4.7
      of 5, from 164 reviews
      3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

      315 Euro Motel: Family aparthotel with free WiFi and free parking. Guests love the central location!

      Scenic Hotel Southern Cross AU$154

      Per night/room

      4 Oct. - 5 Oct.

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      Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

      Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

      118 High Street, Dunedin
         
        4.5
        of 5, from 503 reviews
        4.5 out of 5.0 Stars

        Scenic Hotel Southern Cross: Luxury hotel with free WiFi and 2 restaurants. Located in the city centre.

        Heritage Dunedin Leisure Lodge AU$153

        Per night/room

        1 Oct. - 2 Oct.

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        Heritage Dunedin Leisure Lodge

        Heritage Dunedin Leisure Lodge

        30 Duke Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin
           
          4.5
          of 5, from 645 reviews
          4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

          Heritage Dunedin Leisure Lodge: Family hotel with free WiFi and free parking. Guests love the helpful staff!

          The Victoria Hotel Dunedin AU$125

          Per night/room

          6 Oct. - 7 Oct.

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          The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

          The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

          137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
             
            4.4
            of 5, from 271 reviews
            4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

            The Victoria Hotel Dunedin: Business-friendly hotel with free WiFi and a restaurant. Located in the entertainment district.

            Quest Dunedin AU$127

            Per night/room

            1 Oct. - 2 Oct.

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            Quest Dunedin

            Quest Dunedin

            333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
               
              4.3
              of 5, from 292 reviews
              4.0 out of 5.0 Stars

              Quest Dunedin: Family hotel with free WiFi and breakfast. Guests love the comfy beds!

              Dunedin Aaron Lodge Holiday Park AU$72

              Per night/room

              1 Oct. - 2 Oct.

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              Dunedin Aaron Lodge Holiday Park

              Dunedin Aaron Lodge Holiday Park

              162 Kaikorai Valley Road, Dunedin
                 
                4.3
                of 5, from 61 reviews
                3.0 out of 5.0 Stars

                Dunedin Aaron Lodge Holiday Park: Golf motel with free WiFi and free parking. Guests give the pool a thumbs up.

                Wains Hotel Dunedin AU$150

                Per night/room

                17 Oct. - 18 Oct.

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                Wains Hotel Dunedin

                Wains Hotel Dunedin

                310 Princes St, Dunedin
                   
                  3.8
                  of 5, from 242 reviews
                  3.5 out of 5.0 Stars

                  Wains Hotel Dunedin: Family hotel with free breakfast and free WiFi. Located near a train station.

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