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
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 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
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 Dunedin New Zealand

Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

P1,520
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Small-Group Tour

Mainland Peninsula Tour

P9,831
per adult
Mainland Peninsula Tour
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

P5,371
per adult
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour

Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS

P9,628
per adult
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
World's Steepest Street

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

P3,344
per adult
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Our new Toyota Hiace outside the Railway Station

Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide

P8,952
per adult
Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
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Top hotels in The Cove

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street, Dunedin
The price is P4,708 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P4,708
P5,414 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,040 reviews)
"Everything was as it should be great staff clean and comfortable beds"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street, Dunedin
The price is P5,267 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P5,267
P6,057 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"The best thing about this hotel is the location. You can walk everywhere, whether it’s shopping, dining, or just exploring the city. Super convenient and makes our whole trip so much easier and more fun."

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street, Dunedin
The price is P5,211 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P5,211
P5,992 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Loved staff, room cleanliness, service. Was charged extra to park there per night, that was my only concern. Other than that all was well"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 out of 5
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin
The price is P6,594 per night from Oct 24 to Oct 25
P6,594
P7,583 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (790 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, rooms were a good size and comfortable beds."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin

4 out of 5
333 Cumberland St, Dunedin
The price is P5,002 per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
P5,002
P5,753 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (931 reviews)
"Room was satisfactory. Porta-cot was very average and wouldve been hard if we hadnt brought our own foam mattress. Right in city centre. Our room overlooked the read of the police station which some people wouldn't like however we didn' mind."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

Quest Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago
Fully refundable
The price is P4,197 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
P4,197
P4,827 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (203 reviews)
"Clean and tidy"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

Beach lodge motel
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Other neighbourhoods around The Cove

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Ocean Grove

When in Ocean Grove, you can plan a visit to Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ocean Grove
Signal Hill featuring a coastal town and general coastal views

Ravensbourne

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Ravensbourne
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Andersons Bay

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

Andersons Bay
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Highcliff

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highcliff and surrounding area, you can visit Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Highcliff
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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

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