Mornington Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
St. Paul's Cathedral
Dramatic architecture, exquisite sculptures, superb stained-glass windows and one of the country’s largest pipe organs are all on show at Dunedin’s Anglican cathedral.
Activities
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
Brews and Views: A Private Tour of Dunedin’s Craft Beer Scene
Dunedin Adventure: Family Heritage & Nature Walk
Otago Peninsula and Larnach Castle Tour FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting
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Other neighbourhoods around Mornington
Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
Dunedin City Centre
Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Grand Casino or The Octagon.
Kensington
While Kensington may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Edgar Centre and Grand Casino.
Bradford
When in Bradford, you can plan a visit to Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Dunedin
Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.
Roslyn
The bars and waterfront are just a few features travellers like about Roslyn. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon are a few top places to visit.
- University of Otago
- The Octagon
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Larnach Castle
- St. Clair Beach
- Grand Casino
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Otago Peninsula
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Speight's Brewery
- Brighton Beach
- Edgar Centre
- Royal Albatross Centre
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Penguin Place
- First Church of Otago
- Baldwin Street
- Otago Museum
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Signal Hill
- Otakou Marae
- Regent Theatre
- Dunedin Railways
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Otago Golf Club
- Olveston
- Pineapple Track
- Tunnel Beach
- Dunedin Public Art Gallery
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary
- Port Chalmers Museum