Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included
Overview
About
Explore the captivating sights of Dunedin on this comprehensive full-day tour, departing from Port Chalmers. Visit iconic locations like the Octagon, Baldwin Street (the world's steepest street) and enjoy a guided walk through the stunning botanical gardens featuring aviaries with exotic and native birds. The full-day tour includes scenic views from Signal Hill and a stop at St Clair Esplanade. Knowledgeable drivers provide insightful commentary, ensuring you gain a deeper understanding of the region's rich history and culture. Perfect for cruise ship passengers, with flexible pick-up times and options for lunch breaks.
At a Glance
- Ages: Ages 0-120, max of 36 per group
- Type: Mobile ticket
- Duration: 6–7 hours
- Live Guide: English
Tour Highlight
- Includes entry to Larnach Castle for self guided tour.
- Scenic stops include Baldwin Street and Signal Hill lookout.
- Experience a guided walk through botanical gardens.
- Knowledgeable local driver/guide.
What you'll do
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At:
Port Chalmers, Port Chalmers, Otago Region, South Island
We drive through the historic town of Port Chalmers
Stop At:
The Octagon, Dunedin 9016 New Zealand
See the central area of Dunedin
Duration: 25 minutes
Stop At:
Dunedin Botanic Garden, Corner of Great King Street and Opoho Road, Dunedin New Zealand
View upper gardens and aviaries if fine weather. Lower gardens if raining.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At:
St Clair Beach, Dunedin 9012 New Zealand
10-15 minute stop to see the views at St Clair beach an esplanade, Dunedin's main surfing beach.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At:
Saint Kilda, St Kilda, Dunedin 9012, New Zealand
Drive through St Kilda Dunedin. And see St Kilda beach if time and access is avaliable.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At:
Dunedin Railway Station, 3074332, Central Dunedin, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
Dunedin's historic railway station
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At:
Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!, Dunedin 9010 New Zealand
View or walk up the street
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At:
Mount Cargill Walk, Cluny St, Normanby, Dunedin, Dunedin 9010 New Zealand
Drive along the Mount Cargill road for spectacular views over Dunedin Harbour and Otago peninsula and stop along the top of the road to take photographs.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At:
Orokonui Ecosanctuary, 600 Blueskin Road Waitati, Dunedin 9059 New Zealand
Drive past the Orokonui Ecosanctury project to reintroduce native wildlife to a a valley. We have a option to drop people off for a longer look and pick them up later at extra cost.
Stop At:
Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, 31 Queens Garden, Dunedin 9016 New Zealand
See Dunedin's heritage and history on display. Cafe also available.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At:
Larnach Castle & Gardens, 145 Camp Rd, Dunedin 9077 New Zealand
We go to Larnach Castle we let you out for around 45 minutes to have a look around the castle and grounds.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At:
Robert Scott Memorial, 6 Brailleys Track Port Chalmers, Dunedin 9023 New Zealand
A memorial to Captain Scott who when to the Antarctic from New Zealand and never returned. Also excellent views of the cruise ships in port are available from this vantage point.
Duration: 10 minutes
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry to Larnarch Castle
- Entry/Admission - Larnach Castle & Gardens
What is not included?
Lunch
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- We can usually accomodate wheelchairs and prams in the bus but person must sit on a seat in bus.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 36 travelers
Meet your host
Itinerary
Port Chalmers Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included in Port Chalmers, New Zealand. This half-day tours experience includes 12 stops over 1 day. Duration: 8 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
Port Chalmers
We drive through the historic town of Port Chalmers
The Octagon
See the central area of Dunedin
Dunedin Botanic Garden
View upper gardens and aviaries if fine weather. Lower gardens if raining.
St Clair Beach
10-15 minute stop to see the views at St Clair beach an esplanade, Dunedin's main surfing beach.
Saint Kilda
Drive through St Kilda Dunedin. And see St Kilda beach if time and access is avaliable.
Dunedin Railway Station
Dunedin's historic railway station
Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!
View or walk up the street
Mount Cargill Walk
Drive along the Mount Cargill road for spectacular views over Dunedin Harbour and Otago peninsula and stop along the top of the road to take photographs.
Orokonui Ecosanctuary
Drive past the Orokonui Ecosanctury project to reintroduce native wildlife to a a valley. We have a option to drop people off for a longer look and pick them up later at extra cost.
Toitū Otago Settlers Museum
See Dunedin's heritage and history on display. Cafe also available.
Larnach Castle & Gardens
We go to Larnach Castle we let you out for around 45 minutes to have a look around the castle and grounds.
Robert Scott Memorial
A memorial to Captain Scott who when to the Antarctic from New Zealand and never returned. Also excellent views of the cruise ships in port are available from this vantage point.
This concludes the tour.
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