The Cove

Dunedin

Popular places to visit

The Octagon showing heritage elements and a church or cathedral as well as a large group of people

The Octagon

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

The Octagon
St. Clair Beach showing a coastal town, a sunset and a beach

St. Clair Beach

Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

St. Clair Beach
Larnach Castle showing a castle, a pond and heritage architecture

Larnach Castle

Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.

Larnach Castle
Dunedin Botanic Garden showing a garden and a lake or waterhole

Dunedin Botanic Garden

Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.

Dunedin Botanic Garden
Speight\'s Brewery which includes interior views

Speight's Brewery

Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.

Speight's Brewery
Dunedin Town Hall

Dunedin Town Hall

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

Dunedin Town Hall

Things to do

Larnach Castle - NZ's castle, built in 1871.

Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour

P5,739
Per adult
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Otago Peninsula: Stunning and Wild

Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience

P5,044
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

P1,565
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

P3,444
Per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour

P7,270
Per adult
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Railway Station garden

City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views

P7,966
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Highlights, Larnach Castle & Peninsula Views
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Top hotels in The Cove

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is P5,335 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
P5,335
P6,135 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
Good location and staff
"All the staff are gentle and friendly, I stayed for 3days in Dunedin, all were good except the weather but all staff in this hotel gave me a good info and service. It’s close to most monuments around the Octagon where the centre of the city and some facilities. ex) a supermarket and so on. But if ..."

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is P4,855 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
P4,855
P5,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4 out of 5
137 St Andrew Street Centre City, Dunedin
The price is P5,544 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
P5,544
P6,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"It was clean quiet and peaceful One negative- the fruit we brought frost in the fridge"

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
Quest Dunedin
4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is P8,941 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
P8,941
P10,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free casino shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
"Great location, close to town centre and supermarket. The bed was super comfy, nice and clean room. Car parking is an additional cost but worth it as it’s secured parking."

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2024

Quest Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin
5 out of 5
310 Princes St, Dunedin
The price is P8,448 per night from 12 Dec to 13 Dec
P8,448
P9,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9/10 Wonderful! (376 reviews)
"Just DIVINE!!!"

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024

Fable Dunedin
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
2.5 out of 5
27 Queens Gardens, Dunedin
The price is P3,845 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
P3,845
P4,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.4/10 Good! (433 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel In great condition Great parking even if your towing or big rig straight of motar way Easy Walk to everywhere bars meals shopping"

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2024

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin
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Other neighbourhoods around The Cove

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Andersons Bay

While Andersons Bay isn't home to many top sights, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Andersons Bay
St. Clair Beach which includes a coastal town and a beach

Lawyers Head

While visiting Lawyers Head, you might make a stop by sights like St. Clair Beach and Otago Peninsula.

Lawyers Head
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Musselburgh

Musselburgh is well-liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Musselburgh
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Macandrew Bay

Travelers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Macandrew Bay
Otago Museum featuring interior views

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.

North Dunedin
Baldwin Street

North East Valley

If you're spending some time in North East Valley, Dunedin Botanic Garden and Baldwin Street are top sights worth seeing.

North East Valley

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