Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tourist Attractions
Historic, stately homes like Larnach Castle and Olveston provide the opportunity for you to step back in time and experience Dunedin's Scottish heritage. Other attractions in Dunedin include the University of Otago (New Zealand's oldest university), the Dunedin Public Art Gallery, Otago Museum, Botanical gardens & St Clair beach. Also worth a visit is the Railway Station and the Taieri Gorge Railway experience.
Known as the wildlife capital of New Zealand, The Otago Peninsula is host to the only mainland Royal Albatross Colony in the world, the rare Yellow-Eyed Penguin, New Zealand Fur Seals plus a huge variety of other bird and marine life.
Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours Offers wildlife cruises/tours to experience the world's only mainland nesting place of the Northern Royal Albatross, Fur seals, Penguins & more. |
Dunedin Heritage and Wildlife Tours Offers double-decker bus tours of Dunedin’s visitor attractions or comfortable wildlife coach excursions. Tours feature entertaining, informative commentary. |
Elm Wildlife Tours Offers guided Nature and Wildlife experiences of the Otago Peinsula where some of the world's rarest wildlife can be viewed close-up. |
Royal Albatross Colony Location of New Zealand's only mainland breeding colony for any albatross species found in the southern hemisphere. |
Taieri Gorge Railway Offers a scenic train journey through the spectacular Taieri River Gorge. Features hand carved tunnels, wrought iron viaducts and full commentary. |
Larnach Castle New Zealand’s only Castle featuring a unique collection of NZ antiques, a 4000 sq. ft ballroom, beautiful gardens and magnificent architecture. |
Olveston A 4-storey historic home of "Jacobean style grace and grandeur" offering an insite into the lifestyle of a privileged family in the early 1900's. |
Otago Museum Showcases the southern region's richness and vibrancy through outstanding collections covering culture, nature and science. |
DunedinNZ.com Dunedin NZ's Official Tourist, Travel and Trade Information Website featuring a wealth of visitor information. |