Dunedin Central Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

Yummiest desserts in dud!

If you are in Dunedin and are having sweet cravings, I highly recommend that you head down to Jooni’s and grab yourself a dessert of choice from their variety of options! I loved this place because for less than $10 you get a good amount of sugar you need to satisfy your cravings- I got the Jooni’s special crepes and it was amazing! You can even ask them to make minor adjustments for you and they would be happy to! #dessert #yummy #food

FUN FOR KIDS AT MARLOW PLAYGROUND

This is the coolest place for kids to learn how to ride their scooters and bicycles safely on the road. With this mini road map, it provides a safe, controlled and suitable environment for kids to learn road safety, road signs and the road rules they need to know in order to travel on the main roads safely and confidently. #roadtrackforkids #learnhowto #kidsplayground

MARLOW PLAYGROUND ROAD FOR KIDS

Omg this was the coolest thing I have ever come across in a park! A road track for kids! It is a mini traffic area with mini traffic lights that are actually functional and work for both the vehicles and pedestrians. It even has all the right road signs in mini sizes, a roundabout, a zebra crossing, a tunnel, and even a parking area for bicycles or scooters! #fun #cool #playground

MAORI ART AND MAORI DISPLAY

If you are ever in Dunedin and wondering about Maori culture and people, head on down to Otago Museum, across the road from Otago university, and climb on up to the first floor where they have a massive room for display of Maori art- in the form of paintings, carvings, and even digital art as shown in the first picture, they showcase different clothing and tools from olden days and they even have a mini cinema where you can seat about 10+ people to enjoy a educational film on Maori people and New Zealand as a country. #museum #culture #history #art #people

Where time-travel becomes real!

#christmastrip Embarking on a journey through the Otago Settlers Museum is like hitching a ride on a time-traveling sheep-drawn carriage – without the sheep, though. As you step in, it's like the TARDIS of New Zealand's history, just without the wibbly-wobbly timey-wimey stuff. First stop, the early days of Māori settlement, where you'll discover how the pioneers mastered the art of carving long before IKEA made it cool. Then, brace yourself for a colonial rollercoaster – not the stomach-churning kind, but the one where people figured out how to build homes that didn't blow away in a brisk breeze. Prepare to chuckle at the quirky inventions from yesteryears. Bicycles with enormous front wheels that practically dared you to take a header. It's a museum, not a circus, but close enough. For petrolheads in a time warp, there's a vintage car collection that'll make you appreciate today's vehicles with cup holders and GPS. Try not to imagine parallel parking one of those beasts. But wait, there's more! Dive into the 20th century, where fashion got groovy, disco reigned supreme, and, yes, the mullet made its mark. Experience New Zealand's evolution through the decades, where even the mannequins seem to have a story to tell. The Otago Settlers Museum: Where time-travel meets a hilarious Kiwi twist. It's not just a museum; it's a comedy show with artifacts. Step inside and see history unfold – with a dash of sheepish humor and maybe a few old-school dance moves. Welcome to the Kiwi chronicles

The joy of Christmas is best felt when standing in front of a beautifully decorated tree🎄

#hongkongtrip 📌 The Citywalk Christmas Village will be welcoming you with six attractions with splendid photo spots and fun-filled experiences, including an impressive 12-metre outdoor Christmas tree and a romantic, LED Christmas tree-lined hallway with falling snow, a five-metre red wooden house with an Insta-worthy neon-lit room, a miniature steam train, an exhibition of legendary European and American train models, as well as a snow slide❤️ 🗓 DATE: Until January 1, 2024 📍VENUE: 👉 1 and 18 Yeung Uk Road, Tsuen Wan, New Territories, Hong Kong🇭🇰

Chinese elements in a foreign land

In this small town brimming with architectural heritage, a Chinese garden named Lan Yuan stands out brilliantly. Here, visitors from all over the world are captivated by the garden's rich Eastern cultural essence, and they can't help but be intoxicated by its charm... Lan Yuan is located in the heart of Dunedin, exuding authentic Chinese ambiance. Almost all the building materials are sourced from China, meticulously designed and crafted by artisans from its sister city, Shanghai. At the entrance of Lan Yuan stands a Chinese-style archway, with upturned eaves and ornately carved beams, all of which are imbued with an ancient Chinese aura. Stepping into the garden, pavilions, towers, courtyards, terraces, and the scenic landscape are filled with the charm of gardens from the Jiangnan region... The winding corridors, small bridges over flowing water, and weeping willows fully showcase the enchanting allure of Jiangnan gardens... Immersed in Lan Yuan, your breath is filled with the scent of China... your vision is filled with the graceful beauty of Jiangnan gardens... Even here, in the bustling city, it is a corner of cool tranquility, a particularly suitable place for meditation🧘...

Dunedin Railway Station

#cherryblossom2024 Dunedin Railway Station is a prominent landmark and tourist site in Dunedin, a city in the South Island of New Zealand. It is an important cultural landmark for the city of Dunedin. Dunedin Railways currently operates three tourist train lines out of the station, The Inlander, The Seasider, and The Victorian. Dunedin Railway Station is famous for its outstanding monument of Edwardian architecture. It has became a popular tourist attraction in Dunedin. Address: 3074332, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand

The beautiful Dunedin Railway Station

Dunedin Railway Station, built at the beginning of the 20th century, is a commercial hub in New Zealand. The city was established on the wealth brought by the gold rush, and to accommodate its booming development, this magnificent and historically rich railway station was erected. The station is bustling with people, making it a very popular spot among locals.

Architectural Dunedin Railway Station

#thingstodo The Dunedin Railway Station stands as an architectural masterpiece and a symbol of the city's rich heritage. Built in the early 20th century, this grand structure boasts stunning Flemish Renaissance Revival architecture, characterized by its intricate stonework, soaring clock tower, and elegant facades. Serving as both a transportation hub and a cultural icon, the station welcomes visitors with its majestic interior featuring ornate ceilings, stained glass windows, and intricate mosaic floors. Beyond its historical significance, the station offers guided tours, a charming cafe, and serves as a departure point for scenic train journeys, making it a must-visit destination in Dunedin.

Dunedin Railway Station is New Zealand's most beautiful station. This building, designed according to the Flemish Renaissance style, was built by basalt and Oamaru White Stone. It has been magnificent for more than 100 years and has a crown-like brilliance. Into the station, there are no buoys, no bustling waiting people, only a few rows of nostalgic trains are quietly there, as if to tell their history. In New Zealand, the main purpose of the train is to carry goods, and the passengers are all tourists who are not in a hurry. As one of the world-famous sightseeing trains, you can see the alluvial Canterbury plains and the towering southern Alps. The Otila tunnel made of hard rock, the magnificent Tasman Sea, but we have limited time, failed to do so, or really want to take the train and feel the beautiful scenery along the way.