Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour (Shore Excursion)
Overview
We meet you at the Port Chalmers Cruise Ship Terminal for the
'Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour'
Stops include:
-Dunedin Railway Station (most photographed building in NZ)
-Baldwin Street (world's steepest street)
-Otago University (NZ's oldest University)
-Signal Hill Lookout
-Heritage Buildings
Plus more
After the 'City Highlights Tour' we drop you off at the Octagon in the City Centre. You will have 1 hour of free time for lunch & shopping. Meridian Shopping Mall is 2 blocks away with a Food Court.
After lunch we depart on the journey up to the Castle. We take in the magnificent views of the peninsula and make a quick stop at a lookout for a great photo opportunity.
On arrival we take you on a guided tour of the Castle with time afterwards to do some of your own exploring or check out the award-winning gardens. You also have the option to visit the Ballroom Cafe for refreshments.
($48 NZD Larnach Castle/Gardens entry fee is included in our tour price)
No hidden fees.
What's Included
- Larnach Castle & Gardens entry fee
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- WiFi on board
Meeting Location
21 Beach Street
Port Chalmers 9023, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Dunedin Railways
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
University of Otago
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Signal Hill
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Octagon
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Larnach Castle & Gardens
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour (Shore Excursion)?
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Activity code: C-476876P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Larnach Castle & Gardens entry fee.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Lunch.
- WiFi on board.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour (Shore Excursion) is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour (Shore Excursion) will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Larnach Castle & Gardens entry fee
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- WiFi on board
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
