Things to do in and around Dunedin

Edwardian Railway Station
The Edwardian Railway Station

Around the City

Sea view from Red Flax B & B, Dunedin Accommodation

  • Olveston House- Dunedin's historic Edwardian home. One hour tours available.
  • Botanic Gardens - Famous - especially for the huge Rhododendron Dell.
  • Chinese Garden - Recently completed authentic walled Chinese garden, in the center of the city.
  • Otago Museum - Quality exhibits, and also the live tropical butterfly exhibit, where visitors can walk amongst the free flying butterflies.
  • Otago Settlers Museum - A fascinating step back to experience the lives of the hardy people who first came to Otago.
  • Taieri Gorge Railway -departs from the stately Edwardian Railway Station and takes you to the rugged interior of central Otago and back. An excellent day trip.
  • Art Galleries - Many and varied throughout the city.
  • Restaurants and Cafes - A huge variety of quality eateries, to suit all tastes.

Around the Otago Peninsula

Yellow Eyed Penguins

  • Glenfalloch Woodland Garden
  • Art Trail - Many Artists and Crafts people based on the Peninsula
  • Monarch Wildlife Cruises - Viewing wildlife by boat, from the harbour and the ocean.
  • Explorer Tours by Bus - You can concentrate on the stunning views from the bus.
  • Elm Wildlife Tours - Small group tours to look at Penguins and other bird life, and Marine creatures and explore the Peninsula.
  • Larnach Castle - Worth a visit, the Castle has been beautifully restored and the 35 acre gardens are outstanding.
  • Royal Albatross Center - A chance to see these amazing birds in their only Mainland breeding colony in the world.
  • Penguin Place - A conservation reserve where you can visit the endangered Yellow Eyed Penguin.

Victory Beach on the Peninsula

Victory Beach on the Peninsula