Larnach Castle & Gardens Tour from Dunedin - Summer
Description
This experience lists our summer morning departures. We also have summer afternoon and winter morning departures listed as separate experiences.
Discover New Zealand`s only castle with Headfirst Travel! Your tour starts at historical Larnach Castle situated on the picturesque Peninsula, one of New Zealand's premier attractions. Beautifully restored, you’ll learn about its history and secrets.
At 10:00am we depart the Dunedin i-Site information centre (50 The Octagon) . We offer a complimentary pick up service for central city accommodation.
Enjoy a 30-minute scenic drive to Larnach Castle where a 45 minute Guided tour of the castle itself is included in your tour. After your guided tour of Larnach Castle enjoy 45 minutes of free time to relax in their cafe or explore the beautiful grounds.
Have a look around the lovingly restored Larnach Castle that dates back to 1871, the Castle and surrounding grounds are at the heart of the Dunedin visitor experience. Not only will you experience the castle, but you will also marvel at the award-winning gardens.
Built 1871 by William Larnach, merchant baron and politician, for his beloved first wife Eliza. It took more than 200 workmen three years to build the Castle shell and master European craftsmen spent a further 12 years embellishing the interior. Larnach spared no expense on his dream home, which features the finest materials from around the world. This was a significant period of Dunedin and New Zealand's history. Scandalous and tragic stories, spectacular tower views and a Garden of International Significance complete this enjoyable award-winning experience.
Entry to the Castle includes the tower, ballroom cafe, gift shop, Castle gardens, grounds, historic stables and outbuildings. An Informative brochure is provided, in several languages.
You have the option to add on the following activities to your Larnach Castle tour;
- Speights Brewery Tour
- Taieri Gorge Train
- City Sights Tour
The Elm Wildlife Tour is available with our afternoon experience.
Summer Schedule - 1 October to 30 April
Winter Schedule - 1 May to 30 September ( morning departures only )
Included
Centrally located pickup and drop off
Transport to the castle
Guided tour of the castle by your driver/guide
Free time to explore the Castle Garden or have a coffee or some lunch
Free time to explore the Castle Garden or have a coffee or some lunch (at your own expense)
Excluded
Personal expenses
Pick up from Port Chalmers
Know before you go
Warm Jacket in cooler months
Covered in Shoes are required for the Speights Brewery Tour options
A medium fitness level, good walking shoes, warm clothes and a good rain coat essential is required for the Elm Wildlife tour options
Water and Snacks