Dunedin offers superb sightseeing opportunities with plenty to see and do
Dunedin is a popular tourist destination, with plenty of history, culture, arts, wildlife and education. Modern culture abounds within and just outside the city limits. The Octagon, an eight-sided plaza, marks Dunedin’s city centre. Although the main street runs through it, The Octagon is mostly pedestrianised with attractive paving and grass areas.
Staying at our cheap accommodation in Dunedin means you can save money and do more sightseeing. For your convenience, some of the most popular attractions are highlighted below. Alcala Motel offers a full tour desk which is open daily. For advice and bookings, please come and see us. When advance bookings are made through us, many sightseeing tours can depart from our motel.
You can read guest reviews about our budget family accommodation in Dunedin. To obtain further information, please contact us today.
| Larnach Castle
With its exciting, sometimes scandalous, sometimes tragic history, its magnificent carved ceilings, New Zealand antiques and breathtaking views, Larnach Castle offers you a vision of the past and present. Beautifully restored, the Castle and award-winning gardens are a must-see while visiting Dunedin. Open daily from 9am. Click here for further information.
| Taieri Gorge Railway
Departing from Dunedin’s beautiful railway station, the Taieri Gorge Railway begins its scenic journey through the ever-changing, spectacular and iconic scenery. The train travels through ten tunnels and over countless bridges and viaducts. The natural wonders combined with the challenge of man-made engineering will leave you amazed. Click here for further information.
| Royal Albatross Centre
Held aloft on slim wings up to 3 metres across, these great albatrosses are capable of speeds of over 100km per hour. To see a soaring albatross is a unique and unforgettable experience. And the best way to view these magnificent birds is on the world’s only mainland breeding colony of Royal Albatross. Click here for further information and to book a guided tour.
| Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
Dunedin's history is best captured in several museums. Of special note, the Otago Settlers Museum houses themed galleries that weave the stories of past and present. Enjoy interactive displays with stunning visuals and powerful narratives. Another museum worth visiting is the Otago Museum, which shows how Dunedin was the most pioneering and influential city of early NZ.
| Yellow Eyed Penguin Reserve
Catch a glimpse of the world’s rarest penguin and experience undisturbed activity at close range through a unique system of hides and tunnels. This conservation project is entirely funded by guided tours of the reserve to provide habitat restoration, a research centre and on-site rehabilitation care for sick or wounded penguins. Click here for further information.
You are spoilt for choice with an impressive selection of restaurants, bars and cafés
Whether you require fine wine, al fresco dining or a quick bite to eat, Dunedin caters for all culinary tastes and budgets. Experience the hospitality of the more than 140 cafes, restaurants, bars and cafés scattered throughout Dunedin, with many being found near The Octagon. While in Dunedin you must sample New Zealand’s legendary Speights beer.
The knowledgeable staff at our Dunedin motel are here to assist you. Ask at the front desk for our personal recommendations of where to eat and drink. Alternatively, you can check TripAdvisor to conduct your own research.
Would you like to stay with us? Alcala Motel has plenty of options for budget family motel accommodation or accommodation for business travellers. Once you have decided whether to stay in a studio, or apartment you can secure your reservation online. For further information, or to speak with us in person, please contact Alcala Motel today.
The knowledgeable staff at our Dunedin motel are here to assist you. Ask at the front desk for our personal recommendations of where to eat and drink. Alternatively, you can check TripAdvisor to conduct your own research.
Would you like to stay with us? Alcala Motel has plenty of options for budget family motel accommodation or accommodation for business travellers. Once you have decided whether to stay in a studio, or apartment you can secure your reservation online. For further information, or to speak with us in person, please contact Alcala Motel today.