Title: Visit Kensington: Best of Kensington, Dunedin Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Kensington](https://expedia.ca/Kensington-Dunedin-Hotels.0-n693010269676699648-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Dunedin](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Dunedin.d6048046.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Dunedin](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Dunedin.d6048046.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kensington Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Kensington.d693010269676699648.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kensington Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Kensington.d693010269676699648.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Kensington ## Dunedin ## Visit Kensington Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Dunedin travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin.dx6048046) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![The Octagon showing a church or cathedral and heritage elements as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/111000/111097-The-Octagon.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) ![St. Clair Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181106-Dunedin.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) ![Larnach Castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181695-Larnach-Castle.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) ![Speight\'s Brewery showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/78000/78205-Speights-Brewery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Speight's Brewery Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery. [](https://expedia.ca/Speights-Brewery-Dunedin-City-Centre.d6113078.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring a park and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180805-South-Island.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) ![Dunedin Town Hall](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181705-Dunedin-Town-Hall.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) ### Things to do ![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 $37 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/larnach-castle-and-gardens-admission-ticket.a1394475.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 $129 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/dunedin-city-and-coastal-views-3-hour-small-group-guided-tour.a45270249.activity-details) ![Olveston Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1395478/e7ca82ac-08cd-48c9-8cf0-1483b5bbfbf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour CA $21 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/olveston-historic-home-guided-tour.a1395478.activity-details) ![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 $45 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-evening-penguin-viewing-otago-peninsula.a5240759.activity-details) ![Dunedin City and Otago Peninsula Small-Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45270491/18aca442-a163-47de-bdcf-2d74b3bf0b7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mainland Peninsula Tour CA $236 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mainland-peninsula-tour.a45270491.activity-details) ![Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47632767/1f207f10-dc96-4296-9c99-07ce95feb094.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS CA $231 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/otago-peninsula-and-larnach-castle-tour-for-cruise-passengers.a47632767.activity-details) [See all activities in Dunedin](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Dunedin.d6048046.Travel-Guide-Activities) * * * ## Kensington 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) ### Scenic Hotel Southern Cross 118 High Street, Dunedin CA $117 CA $135 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,044 reviews) "Room was nice, quite clean. Staff were lovely. Food wasn’t great unfortunately" Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F10%2F2025&endDate=13%2F10%2F2025&selected=83611&PinnedHotelID=83611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693010269676699648) ![Scenic Hotel Dunedin City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1063100/1063004/08aaa097_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Scenic Hotel Dunedin City 123 Princes Street, Dunedin CA $119 CA $138 total Oct 6 - Oct 7 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,002 reviews) "Everything was excellent. The staff were extra helpful and friendly. Highly recommend:" Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F10%2F2025&endDate=07%2F10%2F2025&selected=1063004&PinnedHotelID=1063004&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693010269676699648) ![Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1377/137cc1b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin 10 Smith Street, Dunedin CA $126 CA $145 total Oct 6 - Oct 7 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) "Breakfast was good There was a minor issue with the room on arrival but it was quickly dealt with by the staff. Excellent staff" Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F10%2F2025&endDate=07%2F10%2F2025&selected=1377&PinnedHotelID=1377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693010269676699648) ![Distinction Dunedin Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10120000/10120000/10119965/e5d19209_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Distinction Dunedin Hotel 6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin CA $152 CA $176 total Oct 24 - Oct 25 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (798 reviews) "Great location and really a handy walkable distance to central Dunedin. The rooms are a good size and was nice and clean. Room service was quick and easy. The breakfast buffet was well stocked and full of choice." Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F10%2F2025&endDate=25%2F10%2F2025&selected=10119965&PinnedHotelID=10119965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693010269676699648) ![Quest Dunedin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1741600/1741583/bf3ef780_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Dunedin 333 Cumberland St, Dunedin CA $115 CA $134 total Oct 19 - Oct 20 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (931 reviews) "Room was satisfactory. Porta-cot was very average and wouldve been hard if we hadnt brought our own foam mattress. Right in city centre. Our room overlooked the read of the police station which some people wouldn't like however we didn' mind." Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F10%2F2025&endDate=20%2F10%2F2025&selected=1741583&PinnedHotelID=1741583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693010269676699648) ![Beach lodge motel ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109120000/109117400/109117392/3a5b13e0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beach lodge motel 38 Victoria Rd, Dunedin, Otago CA $91 CA $106 total Oct 8 - Oct 9 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (207 reviews) "Well laid out inside and out. Good location. Good value for money. Handy having the dairy takeaway place a short walk away. Handy to great beaches and a great mini putt! Quiet!" 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A stop by Edgar Centre is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-South-Dunedin.dx6135552) ![Dunedin which includes heritage elements, a garden and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182315-Dunedin-Chinese-Garden.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dunedin City Centre 4.5/5(20 area reviews) Travelers come to Dunedin City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Grand Casino and The Octagon while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Dunedin-City-Centre.dx6052749) ![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) ### Mornington While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino. [](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Mornington.dx693010284368035840) ![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) ### Saint Kilda 4.5/5(3 area reviews) You might appreciate the beaches and bars in Saint Kilda, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre are just a few notable stops. [](https://expedia.ca/Dunedin-Saint-Kilda.dx3000664931) ![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) ### Calversham The restaurants and waterfront are a few reasons travelers visit Calversham. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach, a few notable attractions nearby. 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