Dunedin Ultimate Travel Guide - With Must-Try Brunch Spot! 🇳🇿✨

As one of New Zealand's South Island's few cities brimming with culture, Dunedin is often called the "Edinburgh of the Southern Hemisphere." Think British-style architecture, vibrant street art, lively crowds, soaring seagulls, historic churches, and ocean views—all in one place! 🗺️ One-Day Itinerary: Baldwin Street → Otago University → Dunedin Railway Station → The Octagon → First Church of Otago → Tunnel Beach 📍 Baldwin Street The world’s steepest street! Walk up for great views (super photogenic 📸), or drive down for an adrenaline rush 🚗💨. The houses along the street add to its charm. 📍 Otago University New Zealand’s first university! The iconic clock tower, cherry blossoms in spring, chubby ducks, and students studying under trees will make you nostalgic for campus life. 🎓🌸 📍 Dunedin Railway Station A Flemish Renaissance-style masterpiece and one of the "200 Must-See Places in the World"! While only a few scenic train lines remain, the station’s grand exterior and elegant interior feel straight out of a British film. 🚂🎬 📍 The Octagon The heart of Dunedin! This landmark square has monuments, sculptures, fountains, and buzzing cafés. Watch ducks waddle and seagulls sip water—pure city vibes, relaxed yet lively. 🦆☕ 📍 First Church of Otago New Zealand’s first church and a Gothic-style icon. The solemn exterior hides a stunningly decorated interior. ⛪✨ 📍 Tunnel Beach Walkway A breathtaking coastal hike (~50 min drive round-trip). The reward? A secluded beach! For wildlife lovers, nearby Sandfly Bay offers little blue penguins and seals. 🐧🌊 🍴 Food Recs ☕ The Good Earth (Near Otago Uni) A must-visit brunch spot in a charming mint-green building. Packed with students studying and professors chatting—total campus nostalgia! 🥑📚 🍽️ Plato (Highly rated on Google) Try their sweet, fresh oysters and perfectly cooked salmon. The steak (medium-rare) was a tad overdone, but still solid! 🦪🥩 🏠 Where to Stay Highland House Boutique Hotel More like a cozy home than a hotel! Heated mattress pads, portable heaters, wall heaters, and even a bathroom warm-air blower—next-level comfort! ❤️🔥 #NZTravel #ExploreNewZealand #DunedinDiaries #SouthIslandAdventures #TravelGram #SpringInNZ #ScenicSpots #Wanderlust 🇳🇿💙