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Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
$159.91
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
The Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van Tour offers an insightful journey through Dunedin's rich history. Led by expert storyteller Gregor Campbell, this tour uncovers fascinating tales that shaped the city.
- 🚐 Pickup included from your hotel or cruise ship port for your convenience.
- 📖 An experienced human tour guide shares captivating stories of Dunedin's past, focusing on colonial history and the interactions between Māori Kāi Tahu and Scottish settlers.
- 🏫 Start with a scenic drive through the university, passing by historic buildings like the Marama Building, known for its ornate architecture.
- ⚰️ Visit the Northern Cemetery to learn about notable figures buried there, including William Larnach and the architect behind his tomb.
- ⛰️ Conquer Baldwin Street, the world’s steepest street, while Gregor shares intriguing historical anecdotes of the area.
- 🏛️ Step inside the foyer of the Dunedin Railway Station, the second most photographed building in the southern hemisphere, and admire its stunning Royal Doulton tiled walls and mosaic floor.
- 🌳 Explore Queens Gardens, a significant site for Dunedin's soldiers before the Great War, where annual commemorations take place.
- 🍽️ Enjoy a lunch stop at Luna Bar and Restaurant, featuring delicious food and stunning views, though lunch is not included in the tour price.
- 🏰 Discover Larnach Castle, one of New Zealand's premier attractions, with a guided tour revealing the tragic history of the Larnach family.
- 🚗 Relax in an air-conditioned vehicle with approximately 1.5 hours of total driving time, ensuring a comfortable experience throughout.
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Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
- Entry to Larnach Castle
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel and cruise ship port pick up and drop off
- Local guide/driver
- We will stop at Luna Restaurant and Bar but it is not included in the price
- Starting the tour with a quick drive through the university, we see the original old buildings including the Marama Building with ornate features and an interesting story. (pass by)
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Northern CemeteryDrive through the beautiful Northern Cemetery and hear the stories of the famous and everyday people buried there. William Larnach's tomb is here and the architect who designed his properties and tomb among other notable Dunedin buildings.
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Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!The world's steepest street! Climb it, look at it, use the toilet facilities, tick it off your bucket list. Whatever you do, Gregor has some fascinating historical stories of the area that he's uncovered in his research.
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The second most photographed building in the southern hemisphere (second to the Sydney Opera House). Go inside the foyer of the station with its Royal Doulton tiled walls and mosaic floor made with approximately half a million pieces.
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Queens GardenQueens Gardens, where Dunedin's soldiers paraded before marching off to the Great War and where thousands gather annually to remember those who did not return.
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High Street is where wealthy professionals built their large houses and consulting rooms, the surviving buildings are quite beautiful and deserve a look. Which then leads into the 'Devil's Half Acre'. An area of town that was known for mischief and tragedy.
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Stop for lunch at Luna Bar and Restaurant. A little off the typical tourist track, Luna offers an incredible view of Dunedin, delicious food and a wonderful atmosphere. We come here to support local business and stay away from busy tourist areas. We hope you love it as much as we do! Lunch is not included in tour price. The current lunch menu: https://www.lunaroslyn.co.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/luna-lunch-menu-nov2022.pdf
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Larnach Castle & GardensSituated on the picturesque Otago Peninsula, Larnach Castle is one of New Zealand’s premier visitor attractions. Lovingly restored by the Barker Family, the Castle and surrounding grounds are at the heart of the Dunedin visitor experience. Take a guided tour with your historian tour guide and learn of the tragic end to the Larnach family.
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Heritage City and Larnach Castle Van tour with Historian Guide
$159.91
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!