Currency
New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
Language
English, Te Reo Māori
Time Zone
NZDT (UTC+13)
Best Time to Visit
Nov–Mar
Typical Duration
14-25 nights
Price Range
From $722 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to Dunedin and New Zealand's South Island, offering access to stunning natural landscapes, wildlife encounters, and Maori cultural experiences.
Cruises that visit Port Chalmers
- cruises to Port Chalmers
- Port Chalmers sailings
- Port Chalmers cruises
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Holland America Line cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 15-night Silversea cruise
- 16-night Silversea cruise
- 28-night Seabourn cruise
- 30-night Holland America Line cruise
- 36-night Seabourn cruise
- 40-night Holland America Line cruise
- 48-night Holland America Line cruise
- 49-night Holland America Line cruise
- 58-night Seabourn cruise
- 82-night Seabourn cruise
- 90-night Holland America Line cruise
- 108-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 112-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 128-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 138-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Port Chalmers
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Larnach Castle
Victorian-era stately home & gardens
Closed · Opens 9 AM
Careys Bay Historic Hotel
Excellent place to catch up with whanau good food and great beer on tap
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Vault 21
Central plaza with a Robert Burns statue
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Starfish Cafe & Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Closed · Opens 6:30 AM
Signal Hill Lookout
Emerson's Brewery
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM
Orokonui Ecosanctuary
Wildlife refuge with walking tracks
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Flagstaff Lookout
Onsite services
Glenfalloch Garden Café & Restaurant
We had a fine meal, good food, service and atmosphere!
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Thu
Allans Beach
Lovely sandy beach with waves, although we didn’t go swimming
Cafe Santosha
Takeout: 9 AM–3 PM
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
Tītī Restaurant
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
The Portsider
Dine-in·No delivery
Closed · Opens 3 PM
Monarch Wildlife Cruises & Tours
Southern Ocean wildlife-spotting trips
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM
The Duck Otepoti
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 7 AM
Augustines of Portobello
Fantastic meals, pastries and preserves, friendly service, great atmosphere
Closed
Union Co Cafe
A seat in the sun and good food perfect
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Futomaki Port Chalmers
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Four Square Port Chalmers
Prepared foods·Credit cards
Closed · Opens 7:30 AM
Fugue St Clair
Amazing soup, great service, lovely atmosphere and overlooking the ocean :)
Closed · Opens 8 AM
Graze and Glow
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Closed · Opens 5 PM
Moons Restaurant and Bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 3 PM Wed
Port Fish Supply
No dine-in
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Tomahawk Beach
Lovely sandy beach with views of a rugged coastline.
Port Otago
Lady Thorn Rhododendron Dell
Port Chalmers Maritime Museum
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Macandrew Bay Beach
Lots of afternoon swimmers at times.
Port Chalmers Cruise Terminal
Port to Port Cruises and Wildlife Tours
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM
Waterloo Restaurant
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Victory Beach
Beautiful beach, with an easy trail from the parking area.
Sushi Johnny
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 10:30 AM
Second Beach
Sharp cliff and strong waves, be careful when bringing children or pets.
Tokyo Tokyo Asian Cuisine
Dine-in·Takeout
Closed · Opens 12 PM
Portside Takeaways
Takeout·Delivery·No dine-in
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Centenary Lookout
On the Spot Windsor
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 7 AM
Broad Bay Beach Reserve
And theres space for a picnic on the grass or tables.
Watson Park
Smaill's Beach
I could observe some seals both on the beach and in the water.
Chapman Store
Delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM
Boulder Beach
Port Chalmers Recreation Reserve
2gypsies
In-store shopping
Closed · Opens 11 AM
The Flying Whale - David Elliot Art and Gifts
Delivery
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
Falafel Brothers Dunedin
Takeout
Closed · Opens 11:30 AM
Lady Thorn Dell Lookout
Back Beach
The “Nine Fathom Foul”
Arcadia Books
Onsite services
Fossick Past&Present - antique store
Closed · Opens 11 AM Wed
Dunedin Sea Birds
Shore Trips and Tours NZ
Closed · Opens 9 AM
The Crafty Banker, Hand-made Pottery & Gifts
The Flying Whale (Mural)
PIECES
Closed · Opens 11 AM Thu
Port Charmers Artisan Markets
Careys Bay Beach
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Port Chalmers
Port Chalmers serves as a scenic port of call on Australia and New Zealand cruises, welcoming four major cruise lines including Holland America Line, Silversea, Seabourn, and Carnival Cruise Line. With 42 upcoming sailings and a strong presence during the Southern Hemisphere summer months of November through March, this Otago port offers cruisers convenient access to some of the region's most sought-after destinations. Most voyages departing from or visiting Port Chalmers feature extended 14-night itineraries that explore the best of Australia and New Zealand, including stops in Sydney, Wellington, Auckland, Hobart, and Tauranga.
Passengers docking here discover a charming coastal town with easy access to the vibrant cultural attractions of nearby Dunedin, one of New Zealand's most distinctive cities. Whether you're exploring local galleries and museums or venturing into the stunning Otago Peninsula to encounter native wildlife, Port Chalmers provides an authentic Kiwi experience that complements any Southern Hemisphere cruise itinerary beautifully.
Passengers docking here discover a charming coastal town with easy access to the vibrant cultural attractions of nearby Dunedin, one of New Zealand's most distinctive cities. Whether you're exploring local galleries and museums or venturing into the stunning Otago Peninsula to encounter native wildlife, Port Chalmers provides an authentic Kiwi experience that complements any Southern Hemisphere cruise itinerary beautifully.
Cruise Lines at Port Chalmers
- Holland America Line (21 cruises)
- Seabourn (11 cruises)
- Silversea (10 cruises)
- Carnival Cruise Line (7 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (3 cruises)
Cruises Departing From Port Chalmers
Cruises Visiting Port Chalmers
Ship Schedule at Port Chalmers
Port Chalmers Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Chalmers?
Port Chalmers is an official port in New Zealand's Otago region.
Where is Port Chalmers located?
It is near Dunedin, Otago, at approximately -45.8167 latitude and 170.6 longitude.
What does NZPOE stand for?
NZPOE is the UN/LOCODE for Port Chalmers.
What is notable about Port Chalmers?
Historic gateway to Dunedin with wildlife such as Royal Albatross and yellow-eyed penguins in the region.