Otago Peninsula
Travel Guide





Visit Otago Peninsula
Where to stay in Otago Peninsula

Portobello
If you're spending some time in Portobello, Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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

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.

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

Broad Bay
Broad Bay is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, picturesque gardens, and charming cafes, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighborhood.

Larnach Lodge
Really fun to stay at a castle! Ok, not actually in the castle but on the grounds. Staff were excellent and the supper in the castle dining room was lovely.
Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Great stay, staff were fantastic, check in and out super easy
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Great central location. Helpful friendly staff. Good sized rooms
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
Sparkling facilities, efficient receptionist and comfortable setting
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Woodlands Motels and Apartments
We enjoyed our stay at Woodlands.
Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

755 Regal Court
Lovely friendly staff, much better in person than in photos
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
Popular places to visit

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

Royal Albatross Centre
Get close to some of New Zealand’s rarest and most spectacular birds at Taiaroa Head.

Otakou Marae
You can learn about the history of Otakou with a trip to Otakou Marae. While in this walkable area, you can savor the lively bars.

Penguin Place
Explore the great outdoors at Penguin Place, a lovely green space in Harington Point. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.
Tomahak Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Tomahak Beach during your travels in Ocean Grove? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
Historic Fort Taiaroa
Learn about the local history of Harington Point with a stop at Historic Fort Taiaroa. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

