Title: Visit Portobello: Best of Portobello, Dunedin Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca

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# Portobello

## Dunedin

## Visit Portobello

Things to do

Hotels

Where to stay

[Dunedin travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin.dx6048046)

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### Popular places to visit

![Our wee #Hogwarts here in #Dunedin. All we need are wands and school robes, then magic is for real. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048046/c29154be-54c3-469f-8494-52718894ae72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### University of Otago

4/5(9 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Otago, during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes. 

[](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Otago-North-Dunedin.d6113060.Vacation-Attraction)

![The Octagon showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113054/e211c11a-fcae-476f-9ab9-61989f873fa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### The Octagon

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.

[](https://expedia.ca/The-Octagon-Dunedin-City-Centre.d6113054.Vacation-Attraction)

![Larnach Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113108/3093fa8c-72aa-4896-b80c-ca0218d81c6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Larnach Castle

4/5(9 reviews)

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Larnach-Castle-Broad-Bay.d6113108.Vacation-Attraction)

![St. Clair Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113086/b57dca33-3feb-43c8-8b62-bbcf365e2155.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### St. Clair Beach

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.

[](https://expedia.ca/St-Clair-Beach-Lawyers-Head.d6113086.Vacation-Attraction)

![Dunedin Town Hall showing an administrative buidling, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6174369/1687b884-7fff-4853-94b0-206334c4ffa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dunedin Town Hall

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Town-Hall-Dunedin-City-Centre.d6174369.Vacation-Attraction)

![Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a park and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113082/e8c39312-b17f-482b-a8c6-dc3fe35f9028.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dunedin Botanic Garden

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Botanic-Garden-Dunedin.d6113082.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![See wild penguins just metres away !](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5240759/d04f63f7-1dfd-4a37-80cc-2d7f2a98938d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand

CA $53

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-evening-penguin-viewing-otago-peninsula.a5240759.activity-details)

![Larnach Castle Dunedin New Zealand](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1394475/e3435b08-0e6e-4db6-ab78-58bfcd9c2d77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

CA $40

per adult

**92%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/larnach-castle-and-gardens-admission-ticket.a1394475.activity-details)

![Yellow eyed penguin from our beach viewing hide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47218548/5347af1c-16c8-4ae5-b631-1986b74d32bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula

CA $185

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/clearwater-wildlife-tours-small-group-10max-otago-peninsula.a47218548.activity-details)

![Stunning Scenery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1757939/82dfdd3f-2be5-4cd1-be9f-e1c27d939c6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula

CA $115

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dunedin-shore-excursion-small-group-tour-of-dunedin-and-the-otago-peninsula.a1757939.activity-details)

![Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45270249/e30cacdc-9d18-4474-952e-a706b6a35172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour

CA $118

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dunedin-city-and-coastal-views-3-hour-small-group-guided-tour.a45270249.activity-details)

![Bullers Albatross](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1295375/6191c11c-3a25-4b2c-bf7a-ebeb8a06baa7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch

CA $58

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/otago-peninsula-wildlife-cruise-with-monarch.a1295375.activity-details)

[See all activities in Dunedin](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Dunedin.d6048046.Travel-Guide-Activities)

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## Portobello Hotel Deals

![Scenic Hotel Southern Cross](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83700/83611/1cefd740_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

118 High Street Dunedin 

CA $108

CA $125 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)

Very clean would stay again

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=83611&PinnedHotelID=83611&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000001866)

![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street Dunedin 

CA $112

CA $130 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

This is the third time I stay in this hotel and it is excellent. Amazing reception staff, really helpful, impeccable customer service. Love the rooms as well and location is really central.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

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![Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/137cc1b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

10 Smith Street Dunedin 

CA $129

CA $148 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

The room was very clean as well as the bathroom On check in the staff member made me and my family so welcome it was a pleasure. The breakfast was out standing I told the waiter staff to tell the cook how much we enjoyed it. We would stay here again and have told so many people of our stay with you. ...

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1377&PinnedHotelID=1377&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000001866)

![The Victoria Hotel Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138300/1138243/b0c13f8b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

137 St Andrew Street Centre City Dunedin 

CA $152

CA $176 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Very helpful and courteous staffs.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1138243&PinnedHotelID=1138243&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000001866)

![Beach lodge motel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109120000/109117400/109117392/3a5b13e0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Beach lodge motel 

38 Victoria Rd Dunedin Otago

CA $98

CA $114 total

Mar 23 - Mar 24

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are located ...

9/10 Wonderful! (313 reviews)

Very Accomodating staff and the place is very nice and tidy. It is highly recommended.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=109117392&PinnedHotelID=109117392&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=3000001866)

![Distinction Dunedin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10120000/10120000/10119965/e5d19209_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

6 Liverpool Street Dunedin 

CA $218

CA $252 total

Mar 27 - Mar 28

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (881 reviews)

Faultless

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

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### Other neighbourhoods around Portobello

![Larnach Castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113108/3093fa8c-72aa-4896-b80c-ca0218d81c6d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Broad-Bay.dx553248635926198328)

![Port Chalmers at Otago peninsula, New Zealand.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024076/8afc8906-af77-4e52-850b-334e80bc3cc5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Port Chalmers

 Churches and waterfront are just a few things travelers like about Port Chalmers. A stop by Port Chalmers Museum is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Port-Chalmers.dx6024076)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Macandrew Bay

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

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Macandrew-Bay.dx3000001905)

![Karetai Track, Otago Peninsula. Easy coastal walk which has awesome views and access to Tomahawk Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048046/7a82f124-676b-487a-a051-6c4d15ace46a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### 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. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Highcliff.dx693020867196026880)

![Signal Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6113084/f1e9286b-3a94-44e4-bb2d-97fa1ed30815.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Ravensbourne

 If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Ravensbourne.dx553248635976393270)

![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Ocean Grove

 When in Ocean Grove, you can plan a visit to St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Ocean-Grove.dx693020870984671232)

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