Saint Clair Beach — Attraction in South Island

One of the best free third space areas in Dunedin, perfect for contemplation. The vast stretch of sand, the rhythmic sound of waves, and the endless horizon create a natural meditation space.

The best time, in my opinion, is from sunset until the last bus departure from the nearby bus stop. The fading light, the cool ocean breeze, and the quiet atmosphere as the day winds down make it the perfect moment to just exist, with nothing but the sound of the waves and the distant glow of city lights.

With a row of cafés along the esplanade, Saint Clair offers the perfect blend of serenity and comfort. Whether it’s an aimless stroll, sitting quietly in the ocean breeze, or watching surfers ride the waves, this place always gives the mind...

It's a popular beach for swimming and surfing during the high season, yet a peaceful and lovely area to walk around the rest of the year. Located not far from the city centre, you can get there by local bus 8. (about 15min ride). There are also a few cafes and eateries along the way. Nearby you also find the Saint Clair Hot Salt Water Pools. It's an outdoor hot salt water pool built on a beautiful site at the southern end of St Clair beach. The pool is heated to 28 degrees Celsius and is a mixture of salt and chlorinated water. A cafe operates year round at the facility. It is open from 9am-5pm daily. St Clair Pool opens for the summer season in October and closes...

Located within the city limits this the perfect beach to visit on the seaward side. We stayed just down the road, enjoying walks along the beautiful esplanade and taking in the salt air, it is very popular with surfers looking for the perfect break. There are eateries and cafes to enjoy, however, for us, you cant beat fish n chips, (sourced by local chippies in the area) on the esplanade watching...