
Located on the southeast coast of the South Island of New Zealand, Dunedin is a unique port city that is certain to captivate your interests. Being a large university town, you can expect to discover a trendy atmosphere blended with Scottish culture and historic architecture. For example, Dunedin is filled with Victorian-style castles, museums, gardens, hiking trails, dramatic natural wonders, and native wildlife (such as albatross, penguin, sea lions, and seals). As Dunedin is situated on an island, there are also many scenic beaches (which make for some great photo opportunities). Plus, once you reach the city center from the cruise port, you’ll find that most attractions and sites are easily within walking distance. Don’t forget to check out the many local restaurants, coffee houses, and breweries, many of which feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Generally, a great time to visit Dunedin is between November and April.
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These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Dunedin, along with a brief description:
♦ Dunedin Railways
Dunedin Railways is one of the most popular attractions in Dunedin. Dating back to the early 1900s, this historic station once served approximately 100 trains on a daily basis and continues to boast an eclectic blend of architectural influences. The lobby also features beautiful mosaic designs. The station continues to operate scenic rail tours, which will take you through breathtaking gorges, countrysides, and coastlines as a guide shares their insights with you.
♦ Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
If you’re a history buff, you should not miss the Toitu Otago Settlers Museum (which is actually the oldest history museum in the country). When you visit this museum, you can discover all you ever wanted to know about the history of Dunedin and its surrounding region. Many of its galleries feature interactive exhibits around technology, culture, art, transportation, and other social topics from the times of early settlers until today. For those who are interested in researching local history and ancestry, there is also a research center where you can access record archives.
♦ Dunedin Botanic Gardens
Another one of the city’s most highly-rated attractions is the Dunedin Botanic Gardens. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or just looking for a great way to spend time outside, a visit to these breathtaking gardens is a great idea. Discover the pristine beauty of rose gardens, greenhouses, trees, herbs, duck ponds, and just about all the natural beauty you can handle! You can easily get lost spending an hour or two seeing everything. Don’t forget to bring your camera.
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