Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

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Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Admire the fine architecture, gardens and decor of the elegant Olveston Historic Home during a 1-hour guided tour of this must-see attraction in Dunedin. You can also stroll through the beautiful gardens and take in views of the city and Otago Harbour. During the house tour, your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the design, art and furnishings, as well as the family that built the home. This tour gives you a chance to glimpse life in New Zealand during the early 20th century and learn about one of Dunedin’s most prominent families.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Olveston Historic Home

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Olveston Historic Home

1 h 15 min Admission included

All tours are guided by our professional staff to give you the ultimate time capsule experience. You will learn about how a wealthy merchant family lived in the early 1900's in Otago's major town, Dunedin, built on gold. Olveston has all its original contents with over 120 art works.

After your tour of over 13 spectacular rooms enjoy, in your own time, Olveston's one acre garden which is a Garden of National Significance.

Our well stocked gift shop offers many items made locally.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

At Olveston reception

End point

At Olveston reception

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
To prevent damaging the wooden floors and original floorcoverings, visitors are asked to refrain from wearing stiletto heel shoes
Small-group tour with a maximum of 15 participants per tour
No health restrictions