Lawyers Head Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

St. Clair Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, St. Clair Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Lawyers Head.

University of Otago
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Otago during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.

The Octagon
Learn about the local history of Dunedin when you take a trip to The Octagon. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Larnach Castle
After visiting Larnach Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.

Dunedin Town Hall
Find out about the history of Dunedin when you spend time at Dunedin Town Hall. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.

Dunedin Botanic Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Dunedin Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Dunedin. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming cafes.
Top hotels in Lawyers Head

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Nice old hotel, value as we got a very cheap rate for our particular stay on the weekend
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Beautiful upgraded room with wrap around balcony. Staff was amazing, although they seemed to be short staffed much of the time. No fault of the staff, as they often seemed to be doing double or triple duty. But occasionally things were a bit slow. I would definitely stay here again. The location ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Room small, very dusty & lots of hair strands in the bathroom around the sink. Needs a thorough deep clean. Dirty windows. No room to move around. Not good value give it was over $200 per night
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Very helpful and courteous staffs.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Beach lodge motel
This accom was perfect. Easy to get to, a little fish and chip shop just over the road and close to the peninsular
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Given an unexpected family room with 2 bedrooms, a kitchenette with microwave plus washer & dryer. Very handy. Not so close to the main central shopping area but not too far to walk either. Paid Parking for car in the next building.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lawyers Head

Musselburgh
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.

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

Saint Kilda
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.

South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

St. Clair
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

Ocean Grove
While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre.
