The Octagon

Dunedin

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The Octagon

The Octagon is the main entertainment district of Dunedin, while Dunedin North offers some pubs and bars that cater especially to younger patrons. This eight-sided square is the place to be, particularly in the summer, whether for an evening stroll or a bar-to-bar tour, sipping refreshing cocktails.

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