2–4 hours
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Visit New Zealand’s only Castle, situated on the dramatic Otago Peninsula and only a 20-minute drive from central Dunedin. Learn about the colonial history and stories of William Larnach - entrepreneur and politician, plus the ongoing restoration project by the Barker family. Experience the finest Victorian craftsmanship, excellent collection of New Zealand antiques, and unparalleled views of the Otago Peninsula. Explore our Garden of International Significance. Enjoy refreshments in the historic Ballroom Cafe. This is for ticket admission only. Transportation, food, drinks, and other accommodations are not included.

Inclusions

What's included

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

What's not

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

Itinerary

Larnach Castle is located on the spectacular Otago Peninsula, a 20-minute drive from central Dunedin (please note there is no public transport to the Castle). You may use your entry ticket any time during opening hours. On arrival, simply stop at the Gatehouse to present your voucher. Allow at least two hours to explore the Castle and gardens, however, many guests spend longer than this. Our onsite Ballroom Café is open daily from 9.30am to 4.30pm, serving hot and cold drinks, a delicious range of cabinet food and a full cooked menu (closed Christmas Day). Guided Tours are also available daily at additional cost – enquire at the gatehouse about upgrading to this option. Larnach Castle is open 365 days a year. We look forward to welcoming you to enjoy this truly unforgettable experience.
Admission included

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

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Know before you go

Pickup: Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size: Up to 15 travellers
Operated by: Larnach Castle Ltd

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Accessibility at the Castle is limited – due to the historic nature of the Castle, only the ground floor has level access (includes history and video rooms, Gift Shop and Ballroom Cafe, historic Stables and outbuildings); the rest of the Castle is accessed by stairs only. The gardens and grounds have variable accessibility – the driveway area has fine gravel, there are areas of uneven ground, cobblestones, garden paths, lawn and steps. Staff will provide information or open alternative entry points on request.

How it compares in Dunedin

Its from-price is 76% below the median of the 95 experiences we list in Dunedin.
Its length is typical for the group.
By number of reviews it ranks 5 of 95.

About Dunedin

Dunedin is a Scottish-founded university city on New Zealand's South Island, beside the Otago Peninsula and its albatrosses, penguins and seals.

Dunedin was founded in 1848 by Scottish settlers, and its name is the Gaelic form of Edinburgh. The Octagon, an eight-sided plaza at the centre, is ringed by St Paul's Cathedral and the town hall and holds a statue of Robert Burns. Victorian and Edwardian buildings of dark stone fill the streets, among them the Flemish-style railway station and the Gothic First Church. The University of Otago, the country's oldest, gives the city a student character.

Top-ranked sights in Dunedin: Dunedin Railway Station , Baldwin Street, Larnach Castle.

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