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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Dunedin

7 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Dunedin, New Zealand

Updated July 2, 2018

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Collage of the tunnel at Tunnel Beach, Dunedin, New Zealand, showing the beginning, a look backwards up the tunnel, and a view of the beach at the end of the tunnel. (Wikimedia Commons)

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Tunnel Beach

Known for the tunnel that leads visitors to the water.
Baldwin Street

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Baldwin Street Houses

One of the world's steepest streets seems to have houses sliding down it.
A bone sculpture by Bruce Mahalski.

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Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery

Three rooms of bones, curios, and one artist's collection of natural artifacts create this intriguing museum.
Lanarch Castle, Dunedin.

Dunedin, New Zealand

Larnach Castle

One of New Zealand’s few castles boasts beautiful gardens, grand architecture, and a history filled with family drama.

Dunedin, New Zealand

Beverly Clock

Running since 1864, this clock has yet to be wound, one of the longest-running science experiments known.
The Alexander Piano, one of the largest pianos in the world.

Dunedin, New Zealand

The Alexander Piano

One of the world's largest pianos is displayed in the workshop of the man who built it as a teenager.
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Lanyop Gallery

Free candle-lit art gallery, accompanied by a live piano score.
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