Kensington Travel Guide
Dunedin
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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 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.
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.
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 Kensington
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
Quest Dunedin
Lovely place
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kensington
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the 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.
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.
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.
Calversham
Calversham is well liked for its restaurants and waterfront. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, St. Clair Beach and Tunnel Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre are a few top places to visit.
Kensington Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Kensington by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Dunedin neighborhoods
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- University of Otago
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Tunnel Beach
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Grand Casino
- Otakou Marae
- Edgar Centre
- Olveston
- Port Chalmers Museum
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery
- Pineapple Track
- Penguin Place
- Boulder Beach
- Baldwin Street
