Dunedin

Larnach Castle is one of New Zealand's premier attractions which is located on the picturesque Otago Peninsula. Built in the year 1871 by William Larnach for his beloved wife Eliza, the castle is one of the highlighted places to visit in Dunedin. The property offers boutique lodge accommodation in its well-manicured garden and hosts events such as weddings, conferences, balls and other events in its 3000 sq. ft ballroom. Larnach Castle is still privately owned and maintained by the Barker family who purchased the property in 1967.Location:145 Camp Road, Larnach Castle, Dunedin 9077, New ZealandTimings: Everyday 8am- 9.30 pmEntry fee: 25$ for adults, children of age group (5-14) years 9$, children up to 4 years are free and family pass 60$ (2 adults and up to 4 children)

With sandy beaches, exotic wildlife, tumbling hills and sheltered bays Otago Peninsula is among the most popular places to visit in Dunedin. Drive for about one and half hours from downtown Dunedin and a world of unspoiled scenic landscapes, virgin walking trails, historic sites and magnificent ocean view is ready to keep you spellbound for the rest of your daytrip.  Some of the places you can visit are the Taiaroa Head, Otago Marae and Otago Museum.Location: Otago, New Zealand

While making a list of the best places in Dunedin, you must include one of New Zealand’s greatest train journeys on the Taieri Gorge Railway in your itinerary. The train departs from the city centre of Dunedin into the spectacular Central Otago Hinterland and up the rugged Otago Coast which lies to the north of Dunedin. It is a great excursion which will provide you with full commentary, friendly staff, sightseeing and a licenced snacks bar. As the train negotiates through the narrow and stunning river gorge you can marvel at the fleeting vistas.Location: Dunedin Railway Station, Anzac Square, Dunedin Central, New ZealandTimings: Every day between 8am- 8pm

The Royal Albatross Centre fairly boasts of being one of the best places in Dunedin to visit as it is an exclusive observatory where you get to see the entire breeding cycle of the giant albatross from courting to raising huge flabby chicks. The centre is the only mainland breeding colony of the royal albatross in the world. Taking a guided tour inside the observatory you can get to learn into the private lives of these beautiful birds on the nature reserve. Location: 1260, Harrington Point Road, Dunedin 9077, New ZealandTimings: Everyday 10.15am- 9.15pmEntry fee: (117-142) $ for family (2 adults and up to 3 children of school age), (52- 62) $ for adults and (15-20) $ for children (under 16 years). Free for children up to 5 years.

Known to be the steepest street in the world, Baldwin Street has proclaimed a Guinness World Record. The street is home to many up market houses and homes and is considered to be the poshest colony of the area. The way towards the road will need you to climb uphill using your vehicles or on foot, however, once you reach the top of the street, you can enjoy the panoramic views of the whole city. Location: North Road to Buchanan Street 

One of the most popular places in Dunedin which calls for a complete sea vacation with stunning coastal views, rugged cliffs, crashing waves and vibrant landscape. To get the most of the pristine beach, you must visit the place during low tide. The rugged cliffs formed by layers of rock and fossils embedded on the rock walls create a natural graffiti like façade wherever you set your eyes on. Location: Otago 9012, New Zealand

The museum fairly boasts of being the only biocultural science centre of the world which makes it one of the best places in Dunedin to visit. The Otago Museum has a rich display of 1.5 million objects across its seven galleries related to nature, culture and science. As you go through the galleries you will get to see suits of a Kiribati armour, gold currencies of different countries, a sky bridge and many other things that take you back to the bygone eras.  Location: 419 Great King Street North, North Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New ZealandTimings: Sunday- Saturday from 10am -5pmEntry fee: adults 15$, children (3-18) years 10$, concession (student/seniors/ friends of Otago Museum/Tumhara annual pass holders) 12$, family ( 2adults and up to 4 children) 40$

It is probably the only place in Dunedin which gives you comprehensive insight about the local history of Dunedin from the earliest settlers to those who have arrived recently. The galleries of the museum feature interactive displays with state-of-art visuals and coherent narratives. No food or drink are allowed inside the museum.Location: 31 Queens Garden, Dunedin 9016, New ZealandTimings: Open all round the year from 10am- 5pm except on 25th December.