Various venues

DUNEDIN CHINESE GARDEN

The Dunedin Chinese Garden is New Zealand’s only authentic Chinese Garden. It is also the only authentic Scholar’s Garden in the southern hemisphere and one of only three outside China. A perfect miniature of a traditional Chinese landscape painting, this garden encapsulates the essence of nature. There are many different spots around the garden that will provide beautiful backdrops for your wedding photos.

The traditional high garden wall encloses you and your guests in your own private sanctuary, and the rest of the world seems far removed. The Dunedin Chinese Garden is a flexible venue offering a sophisticated memorable setting for up to 100 people.

TOITU OTAGO SETTLERS MUSEUM

Within walking distance of the Octagon and accommodation facilities, Toitu Otago Settlers Museum is the perfect venue for your wedding reception, offering a combination of unique spaces able to accommodate everything from small intimate functions to larger lavish events.

With floor-to-ceiling glass windows overlooking Dunedin’s Heritage District, warm heart-rimu floors and Oamaru-stone and local bluestone detailing, the expansive Josephine Foyer is large enough to accommodate up to 500 people. The stunning ArtDeco NZR Lounge is a unique location for drinks and nibbles, and great for small social events at any time of the day or evening.

DUNEDIN PUBLIC ART GALLERY

The Dunedin Public Art Gallery is a unique and elegant venue for your civil union or wedding ceremony and reception.

The gallery’s professional, friendly and experienced staff will work with you to put together the right combination of spaces for you and your guests.

These can include canap´es and a glass of champagne on arrival in Donaghy’s Foyer.

The couple make their entrance down the gallery’s grand staircase.

Dine and dance in the Otago Daily

Times Gallery under the glass ceiling. The gallery is fully licensed and you have the option to use your own caterer if you wish.