Landmark
Dunedin railway station
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Opened in 1906, Dunedin Railway Station is a masterpiece of Flemish Renaissance design, featuring a striking façade of dark basalt and white Oamaru stone. Inside, the foyer boasts a floor of 750,000 Royal Doulton porcelain mosaic tiles, while a stained-glass window depicts a steam locomotive. Though no longer a major passenger hub, the station houses the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame and is a starting point for scenic train journeys like the Taieri Gorge Railway.
Don't miss
- Admire the intricate mosaic tile floor in the main foyer, made of 750,000 Royal Doulton tiles.
- Look up at the stained-glass window featuring a steam locomotive.
- Explore the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame, located inside the station.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Dunedin railway station
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inHeritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour4.6★ · 56 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$38 per personSee dates →
Most bookedTaieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin4.5★ · 962 travelers~5 hoursFrom$100 per personSee dates →
Top ratedShore Excursion: V8 Trike, Peninsula and City Tour4.9★ · 231 travelers~1 hourFree cancellationFrom$47 per personSee dates →More attractions in Dunedin
