Sawyers Bay
Dunedin
Visit Sawyers Bay
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.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
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.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Guided Evening Penguin Viewing Otago Peninsula, Dunedin, New Zealand
Sawyers Bay Hotel Deals
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Clean well appointed room, when I arrived to store my bags prior to check in the staff kindly let me have my room early at no charge, even though it was 2.5 hours prior to check in. I really appreciated the gesture and the customer service
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Always a pleasure to stay here.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Clean room, attentive staff, tasty breakfast. Very helpful with laundry. Provided 2nd luggage holder too!
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Friendly staff
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Iconic Historic Seaside Cottage
Great
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Beach lodge motel
Really good place ideal for what we were wanting stayed only one night but was good
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Sawyers Bay
Port Chalmers
Churches and waterfront are just a few things travelers like about Port Chalmers. A stop by Port Chalmers Museum is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Broad Bay
Broad Bay is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, picturesque gardens, and charming cafes, and you might also want to make a stop by The Fletcher House, a top sight in the neighborhood.
Portobello
If you're spending some time in Portobello, Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Macandrew Bay
Travelers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
North East Valley
Though North East Valley might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum.
Highcliff
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highcliff and surrounding area, you can visit Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
