Great Weekend Destinations: Dunedin

Our next weekend destination is Dunedin. Located approximately 200km north-east of Invercargill, Ōtepoti Dunedin brings us back to the east coast of the South Island and to territory which may be a little easier to access for most of us as a weekend destination.

Its high on my list to visit and I have thoroughly enjoyed researching the city.

"Ōtepoti Dunedin is a region of unique and beautiful landscapes, wildlife and fascinating cultural history."

"Known as the Wildlife Capital of New Zealand, Dunedin prides itself on its beautiful built heritage, stunning scenery, and unique biodiversity. Surrounded by dramatic hills and at the foot of a long, picturesque harbour, Dunedin is one of the best-preserved Victorian and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere."

"There is much to see and do in Ōtepoti Dunedin from rare wildlife and spectacular landscapes to heritage buildings and cultural sites. All within close proximity. Globally renowned as a wildlife and eco-tourism destination, the spectacular Otago Peninsula is an area of outstanding biodiversity. Visit the Royal Albatross Centre, the only mainland location in the world where you can view northern royal albatross in their natural habitat. Local tours will help you view the world’s smallest penguins, and the rarest, as well as fur seals and sea lions, among other native marine and birdlife. Dunedin's collection of beautiful heritage buildings includes Larnach Castle, the only historic castle in the country, and the fascinating Olveston Historic Home. In Dunedin you can also visit the world’s steepest street, Baldwin Street and natural wonders such as the Pyramids at Okia Reserve or Tunnel Beach, which
features a spectacular sandstone sea arch jutting out into the Pacific Ocean and a hand-carved tunnel leading down to a secluded beach."

https://www.newzealand.com/int/dunedin-coastal-otago/

Heritage Attractions

"Dunedin is one of the Southern Hemisphere's best-preserved Edwardian and Victorian cities, full of gothic-style architecture and heritage attractions."

https://www.newzealand.com/int/dunedin-coastal-otago%2Bheritage-attractions/

Scenic Highlights

"Dunedin has a stunning backdrop of hills, harbour and miles of rugged coastline with a number of unique scenic highlights."

https://www.newzealand.com/int/dunedin-coastal-otago-scenic-highlights/

Nature and Wildlife

"You'll experience fascinating wildlife and untouched natural wonders in Dunedin."

https://www.newzealand.com/int/dunedin-coastal-otago%2Bnature-and-wildlife/

Gardens

"A verdant city of tree-covered hills, green belts and woodland, Dunedin has its fair share of spectacular and historical gardens."

https://www.newzealand.com/int/dunedin-coastal-otago%2Bgardens/