Wakari Travel Guide
Dunedin
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Speight's Brewery
You can take time to visit Speight's Brewery during your travels to Dunedin. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.
Top hotels in Wakari

March Apartments
Beautiful garden setting that is a hidden gem away from hustle and bustle of Dunedin CBD. Well presented accomodation and the air conditioning was fantastic on a hot day. Very clean and had everything I needed. Shower pressure was great which is always a bonus. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Convenient location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
This was a good old fashioned hotel that did what it said on the tin. It was a bit like stepping back in time. Nothing fancy but clean, spacious rooms with good beds (and we had bad beds for most of our NZ trip). In fact the best two night’s sleep I’ve ever had in a hotel as it has windows that actually ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was very clean, the staff courteous and helpful
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Clean room with good amenities and great location
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Beach lodge motel
good accommodation at the right price
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Wakari

Maori Hill
If you're spending some time in Maori Hill, Bush Creek Trail and Otago Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon are a few top places to visit.

Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

North Dunedin
Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

Bradford
When in Bradford, you can plan a visit to Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Dunedin City Centre
Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Grand Casino or The Octagon.
Wakari Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Hotels in top Dunedin neighborhoods
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- University of Otago
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Tunnel Beach
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Grand Casino
- Edgar Centre
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery
- Port Chalmers Museum
- Otakou Marae
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Pineapple Track
- Penguin Place
- Baldwin Street
- Olveston
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary
