Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour

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Larnach Castle — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Castle Ballroom Cafe — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Enjoy a personalized small group tour of Larnach Castle and Dunedin City. This is a 6 hour fully guided tour that lets you explore Dunedin and Larnach Castle at a leisurely pace. Included is a fully guided tour of Larnach Castle's unique interior. Chilled spring water is provided complimentary to those who bring their own re-useable water bottles.

The tour takes in many interesting buildings and landmarks in Dunedin city such as the Larnach family tomb, the old University and all the main city attractions. The drive to Larnach Castle offers spectacular views from the Otago Peninsula with a lookout stop along the way. On arrival at Larnach Castle, your table will be reserved for lunch at the Ballroom cafe (lunch is own cost). After lunch and the guided tour inside the Castle, your guide will also take you through the award winning gardens offering fantastic views over the Otago Harbour.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–20
Guide: English
Operated by: Iconic Tours NZ Ltd

Ages: Children (0–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Guided tour of Larnach Castle
Included: Cruise Port pickup and drop off; Please meet us inside the Visitor Building on ship's wharf
Included: Entry fee to Larnach Castle

Not included

Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Dunedin Railway Station

15 min

We stop here at this magnificent old Railway Station to admire the architecture and take photos.
Northern Cemetery

Passing by

Drive through the oldest cemetery in Dunedin and view the spectacular family tomb of William Larnach. Designed by famed architect Robert Lawson in the image of Dunedin's Scottish First Church. The cemetery hosts a number of exquisite grave sites belonging to wealthy prestigious Dunedin people, nestled on a lovely wooded hillside.
Larnach Castle & Gardens

3 hours Admission included

Iconic Tours provide a fully guided small group tour of the Castle's interior. Smaller group size allows us to navigate the Castle with ease, keeping away from the larger groups and fitting much more into the day.

New Zealand's infamous castle was built over a century ago by William Larnach high up on the hills of the Otago Peninsula. Experience breath-taking views along the Peninsula's high road with photo stops en-route to the Castle. Upon arrival it will be time for a light lunch in the Ballroom Cafe (at own cost). We reserve a table for our group and a variety of food is available at good prices.

After lunch, your guide will escort you throughout the entire castle, from the gun room below to the views from the turret and all the marvels in between. Get all the details as you explore the Larnach family’s legacy and hear the tale of their amazing story.
Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!

30 min

Stop and view the street from below, or have a go at walking to the top. Baldwin Street is known as the World's steepest and no visit to Dunedin is complete without seeing this famous landmark.
University of Otago

Passing by

We drive through the University Campus area to view the student flats and interesting buildings. If time permits we will stop to view the old Clock Tower Building
Otago Peninsula

Passing by

We take you on a scenic drive along the high road for a lookout stop before reaching Larnach Castle, located high up on the hills of the Otago Peninsula

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

For city based passengers (non-cruise ship) please meet us at the main entrance of Dunedin Railway Station. The tour will start approximately 30 minutes after the stated start time. Please be ready 10 minutes prior.

*Please let us know if you are not a cruise ship passenger
On disembarking your ship please enter the Visitor Terminal Building on the wharf. Look for our driver/guide holding a sign "ICONIC LARNACH CASTLE TOUR.

End point

For city based passengers (non-cruise ship) please meet us at the main entrance of Dunedin Railway Station. The tour will start approximately 30 minutes after the stated start time. Please be ready 10 minutes prior.

*Please let us know if you are not a cruise ship passenger
On disembarking your ship please enter the Visitor Terminal Building on the wharf. Look for our driver/guide holding a sign "ICONIC LARNACH CASTLE TOUR.

Using your ticket

Cruise passengers meet your guide inside the main Visitor Terminal on the Ship's Wharf, Port Chalmers. Look for a sign ICONIC LARNACH CASTLE TOUR
If you are delayed you must contact us as soon as possible. If your cruise ship is delayed we may adjust the start and end times for the tour accordingly. Please ask the information desk on ship's wharf for more information on the day.
If you are lost, delayed or for any other urgent reason, call the local operator direct on +64 34 72 7776

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please provide the name of your cruise ship at time of booking
Some steps to negotiate during the tour of Larnach Castle
The Castle interior is not wheelchair accessible, however the Castle Gardens, Gift Shop and Ballroom Cafe are. Please notify us if you intend to bring a fold up wheelchair or walking aid on this tour.
Passengers must be able to get on and off the bus steps unassisted.

Options

Dunedin City Pickup

Starting point:

Dunedin Railway Station, 22 Anzac Avenue, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
Cruise Port Pickup

Starting point:

Port Chalmers Wharf, 19 Beach Street, Port Chalmers, Dunedin 9023, New Zealand