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Dunedin<\/a>\u00a0is a slice of Scottish heritage in the\u00a0South Island<\/a>\u00a0of\u00a0New Zealand<\/a>\u00a0that boasts a rich and varied culture. Founded by Presbyterian Scottish immigrants, Dunedin offers a variety of intriguing historic and cultural attractions, fascinating museums and delicious dining mixed with rugged beaches and windswept coastal landscapes for outdoor adventure. You can do it all in Dunedin, from touring museums and historic homes to spending your time at the beach and on the water. Find out more about the top things to do on your trip and check out holiday homes in Dunedin to plan a fun-filled holiday.<\/p>\n\n

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Accommodation<\/a>\u00a0in Dunedin<\/h2>\n\n\n

From budget-friendly to sprawling and luxurious, Dunedin offers an array of accommodation options for families, couples and solo travellers. Find out more about the accommodation you can book in Dunedin to have a memorable trip.<\/p>\n\n\n

Luxury accommodation<\/a>\u00a0in Dunedin<\/h3>\n\n\n

If you\u2019re looking for a pampered retreat, Dunedin has a range of luxurious holiday homes, hotels, resorts and cottages all over the region. Luxury accommodation has everything you need to feel like you\u2019re in the lap of luxury, including fine furniture, modern decor, high-end appliances, working fireplaces, waterfront views or outdoor entertainment space. You\u2019ll have the option of booking a large home with bedrooms and bathrooms for the whole family, or a charming but decadent cottage that\u2019s perfect for a couple. A rental like\u00a0Montrose<\/a>\u00a0offers space for 10, vegetable and flower gardens, tennis courts, a safe swimming beach for kids, a nearby children’s playground and beautiful period furnishings.<\/p>\n\n

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Cheap accommodation<\/a>\u00a0in Dunedin<\/h3>\n\n\n

Dunedin has a range of cheap accommodation that helps you stretch your budget on your trip. You\u2019ll find cheap holiday homes, baches and hotels that give you plenty of amenities for a fun holiday experience, along with practical features like a kitchen and backyards or play areas for the kids. You can prepare your own meals and spend more quality time with the family at your retreat, so you can splurge on a nice dinner or wilderness tour. Birdsong Bach<\/a>\u00a0offers space for 8, television with cable, a DVD player, movies, books and games for children.<\/p>\n\n

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Dunedin<\/a>\u00a0tourist attractions<\/h2>\n\n\n

From fascinating museums to historic estates to scenic railway rides through the countryside, Dunedin offers a variety of attractions and experiences for all interests. You\u2019ll find an abundance of arts, culture, history and wonder with the best Dunedin tourist attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n

Otago Museum<\/a>\u00a0for family fun<\/h3>\n\n\n

The Otago Museum is the best place to learn about the heritage and culture in New Zealand. The family-friendly museum offers an abundance of exhibits and attractions that span human and natural history, including a gallery of Maori art and crafts and the People of the World exhibit, which holds artefacts from global culture. If you\u2019re bringing the kids, the Otago Museum features a butterfly aviary with a rainforest habitat where you can walk along pathways to get up close with a variety of butterfly species.<\/p>\n\n\n

Larnach Castle<\/a>\u00a0for a historic tour<\/h3>\n\n\n

One of the top things to do with family in Dunedin, the Larnach Castle is the only castle in New Zealand and an estate for a wealthy banker from the gold-rush era. The unique architecture of the castle incorporates Welsh slate, Venetian glass and Italian marble to create an appearance like prominent Scottish castles. Throughout the years, the castle has been used as a soldiers\u2019 barracks, nunnery and asylum before being restored and opened to the public. During a tour, you can see the exquisite period furnishings and formal gardens on the estate.<\/p>\n\n

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Dunedin Railway Station<\/a>\u00a0for sightseeing with the kids<\/h3>\n\n\n

The Dunedin Railway Station is one of the best things to do in Dunedin with kids. The Edwardian-baroque railway station is a marvel of architecture and contains elements of neogothic design. As one of the most celebrated architectural wonders in the city, the station is a prominent attraction for visitors. Still in operation, the railway station is the site of the Dunedin Railway\u2019s scenic rail rides that travel to the Taieri Gorge. You could also visit the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame to see memorabilia for cricket and rugby at the station.<\/p>\n\n\n

Port Chalmers<\/a>\u00a0for arts and culture<\/h3>\n\n\n

Located north of the central district, Port Chalmers is a charming harbour area that\u2019s frequented by artists and cultural enthusiasts. The area is filled with art galleries and boasts a strong cafe culture. You\u2019ll find a lot of history in Port Chalmers, which was named for Dr. Thomas Chalmers, a founder of the Free Church of Scotland. It\u2019s also the site of the 1910 Antarctic expedition by Scott, Shackleton and Byrd, and you\u2019ll find a commemorative memorial of Captain Scott. Be sure to stop at the Port Chalmers Seafaring Museum, a fascinating museum that holds artefacts and exhibits on the port and the first Otago settlers.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Located on South Island, the Dunedin region is a rich area of Maori influences, Scottish heritage and wild coastal landscapes and beaches. 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