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	Nature lovers explore Dunedin’s playground Dunedin is a vibrant city surrounded by a giant outdoor playground. Walk, cycle, kayak or take a tour of the Otago Peninsula. Thirty minutes from the CBD the peninsula is concentrated with unique New Zealand wildlife. Here you will see yellow eyed penguins, the only mainland albatross breeding colony, New Zealand fur seals, sea lions and much more. Lonely Planet ranked the day cycling journey from the city meandering through the peninsula as number one in the world.
	New Zealand’s pioneer history Dunedin is home to New Zealand’s largest University (University of Otago) and is packed with historic architecture, cafes, bars, art galleries and New Zealand designer fashion. A city tour ending at The Otago Settlers Museum will uncover the tales of those who settled in Dunedin from early Maori, Scottish pioneers and Chinese gold miners.
	Gateway to Central Otago From Dunedin’s historic railway station take the Taieri Gorge Railway to Central Otago where you can begin the Central Otago Rail Trail. The trail is a four day cycling journey ending in Queenstown or returning to Dunedin.
	New Zealand’s quirky capital Check out Dunedin’s quirky annual events calendar including a nude rugby international match and a race of 30,000 Jaffas (hard coated candy balls) down the world’s steepest street during the Cadbury Chocolate Carnival. Baldwin Street, officially named the world’s steepest street by the Guinness Book of Records, is also home to the annual Gutbuster Challenge event where participants race to the top.
	Must do for garden lovers We are home to New Zealand’s only castle – Larnach Castle. The castle gardens and Dunedin's Botanic Gardens are the South Island’s only garden's of international significance. Garden lovers will enjoy the Rhododendron Dell at the Botanic Gardens and the annual Rhododendron Festival in October.

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