Meander your way to Portobello via the harbour side drive,
(Portobello Rd) or Highcliff Rd. Portobello Rd takes you on a journey
along side the waters edge with the sights of Dunedin
and the  activity on the Otago Harbour.

 Stop and visit Glenfalloch woodland gardens and
enjoy a stroll amongst the rhododendrons and azaleas.
On to Macandrew Bay where there is a gallery displaying both local
and  National art, a cafe & bar and a convenience store.

Further along Portobello Rd you will come to Broad Bay where you will find
Red Shed Pottery, Broad Bay China and the Fletcher House.
3 minutes along the road will bring you to Happy Hens.
 A great place to purchase that unique gift.
Otago Peninsula Motel can be seen from the road by Happy Hens.

On Highcliff Rd the views are stunning and the local crafts a delight. Call in at New Zealand's only castle, Larnach Castle, beautiful gardens to wonder around with great views of the peninsula. Take a walk to Sandy Mount or Lovers Leap, The Chasm or visit the historic Lime Kilns as your journey takes you towards Portobello.

Otago Peninsula Motel is located at the end of Highcliff Rd on the corner with Portobello Rd. Portobello Village has a coffee and info cafe, local pub
with a bistro, the famous 1908 restaurant and a small museum.

 After arriving at Otago Peninsula Motel we can arrange any local tours, or we can make suggestions for you taking into account time and our local knowledge.
The Westpac Aquarium at Portobello is the first stop on your Peninsula wildlife tour.
Open daily from 10am to 4.30pm with guided tours at 10.30am.

Travel on towards Taiaroa Head past the Otakau Marae and
on to Wellers Rock jetty where a cruise on the M.V.Monarch can be arranged.
A further 5 minutes along to Penguin Place. View close-up the rare yellowed eyed penguin from hides and tunnels that take the visitor within 5 meters of these fascinating birds.
Taiaroa head is the home of the Royal Albatross the world's only mainland albatross colony.
Coffee and food is available here! Tours of the Armstrong disappearing gun leave from the Albatross centre.