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Larnach Castle

4.5/5(37 reviews)

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

Dunedin featuring a church or cathedral and indigenous culture

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.

This is what it looks like - beautiful regenerated forest, easy-walk trails, and lots of opportunities to see wildlife - takahe, kiwi, geckos, tuatara and much more!

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Orokonui Ecosanctuary

You can take time to visit Orokonui Ecosanctuary during your travels to Mount Cargill. Check out the charming cafes or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Signal Hill

5/5(11 reviews)

Bike, drive or walk to this hilltop lookout to admire the uninterrupted views over Dunedin’s Pacific Ocean coastline and Otago Harbour.

This piece of land on the Otago Peninsula was made into a reserve in the 1980's, to make sure it would always be protected for the Yellow Eyed Penguins. It is a self-funded conservation project that provides for the birds that make it their home - the nests are provided and their habitat is maintained and restored, there is a research program and a hospital for injured or sick birds.

The tour takes you to the opposite coast where you can see the penguins come into shore and learn about their strange ways. We saw yellow eyed penguins, little blues and also fur seals. The yellow eyed penguins are endangered, because their juvenile survival rate is incredibly low, and they aren't prolific breeders. Tama, our guide, was funny and entertaining and the whole trip was well worth the $52/pp cost!

Penguin Place

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Penguin Place, a lovely green space in Harington Point. Wander the picturesque gardens in this trendy area.

Baldwin Street

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Known for its colossal mountains, rough seas and wild rivers, New Zealand is also home to the world’s steepest residential street.

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