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1. Dunedin Public Art Gallery
When the Dunedin Public Art Gallery opened in 1996, art lovers throughout the country celebrated. The new space is one of the best in New Zealand,...
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2. Royal Albatross Centre
It seems a cruel irony that a magnificent bird such as the royal albatross, which can stay in the air for weeks on end, should make such an ungainly...
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3. Otago Settlers Museum
This is Otago's museum of social history, tracing the stories of those who have made the region home -- from the original Maori inhabitants to...
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5. Otago Museum
Established in 1868, this is New Zealand's fourth-largest museum with over 1.7 million items; most people are surprised by the depth of its large...
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6. Larnach Castle
Larnach Castle may be small by European standards, but it's clear William Larnach had more than a simple bungalow in mind when he set about constructing...
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7. Glenfalloch Woodland Garden
On the shores of Otago Harbour, 9km (5 1/2 miles) from Dunedin, Glenfalloch (Gaelic for "Hidden Valley") makes a perfect stop-off point for tea...
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8. Dunedin Botanic Garden
- The Dunedin Botanic Gardens is a great place to chill out on a summers day. Extensive pathways wend their way through the extensive gardens. Popular... read more
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9. Dunedin Chinese Garden, Dunedin 9058
- The Dunedin Chinese Gardens are an unfortunate attraction in the small city of Dunedin. Oddly, compared with the nearby Botanical Gardens, the... read more
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10. Moana Pool
- Moana Pool is a great place to visit. If you've just flown into Dunedin, a quick swim in one of the pools, or hanging out in the adults-only spa... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Dunedin. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
