Dunedin travel guide

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You're Going to Love Dunedin

With a population of 35,321, Dunedin is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dunedin has to offer.

Where to Eat in Dunedin

If you’re looking for affordable options, Parlor House Bistro (1757 Main St) and Bon Appetit (150 Marina Plaza) are great picks.

When to visit Dunedin

Dunedin in September
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dunedin in September
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Dunedin

Plane

When flying to Dunedin, you’ll arrive at Tampa Airport (TPA), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dunedin include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Dunedin departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dunedin. The train journey from Dunedin to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dunedin is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 92 miles from Dunedin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dunedin, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Orlando, the bus ride to Dunedin takes 100 miles and will cost you around $13. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

When flying to Dunedin, you’ll arrive at Tampa Airport (TPA), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Dunedin include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Dunedin departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dunedin. The train journey from Dunedin to Orlando takes 2h 08m and costs around $13 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Winter Park, expect to pay about $13 for a 2h 45m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dunedin is to pick up a car rental from Orlando, which is about 92 miles from Dunedin. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dunedin, including RedCoach, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Orlando, the bus ride to Dunedin takes 100 miles and will cost you around $13. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airports near Dunedin

Airlines serving Dunedin

Lufthansa
Good (4,683 reviews)
KLM
Good (843 reviews)
SWISS
Good (948 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,615 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,256 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,586 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (978 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,112 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,436 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,988 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (930 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (836 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Dunedin

Most booked hotels in Dunedin

Sandpearl Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 441 reviews)
$481+
Hampton Inn Dunedin
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 318 reviews)
$172+
Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1821 reviews)
$306+
Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1276 reviews)
$418+
Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1184 reviews)
$284+
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Clearwater North/Dunedin
2 stars
Excellent (9.4, 22 reviews)
$154+

Renting a car in Dunedin

Renting a car in Dunedin costs $41 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Dunedin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Dunedin is Economy (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard Crossover or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dunedin costs $41 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Tampa.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Dunedin (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Dunedin is Economy (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Class Standard Crossover or similar) are, on average, 80% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.