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You will see
- Ballroom cafe where High Tea is served
- Larnach Castle and Grounds
Nestled on the spectacular Otago Peninsula, Larnach Castle is Dunedin's must see visitor attraction. You can visit the castle and discover its rich history that dates back to 1871 as well as explore the exquisite gardens, which have attained a Garden of International Significance award from the New Zealand Gardens Trust.
Transport from the cruise ship to this attraction is not included in the ticket cost, you will need to make your own arrangements.
Discover New Zealand's only Castle, 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.
The Castle is still privately owned and cared for by the Barker family who purchased it as their home in 1967. Decades have been spent on the Castle's restoration, with the family having restored empty buildings from ruin and assembled a large collection of original New Zealand period furniture and antiques.
Open to the public throughout, this conservation project has been funded through admission fees. The family has always been committed to opening their home and sharing this 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.
This ticket also includes High Tea which is served daily in the Ballroom at 3pm.
Not Included
- Transport from the cruise ship to this attraction is not included in the ticket cost, you will need to make your own arrangements.
- Transport to and from the castle, this can be arranged by booking one of the self-drive rental cars or a Private tour with our guide/driver.
Instructions
- You should allow 2h30m minimum at the Castle so you can enjoy the High Tea
Experience Schedule Options | ||
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| start time | end time | |
| High Tea served at 3pm | 00:00 | 00:00 |
Experience Prices (current) | |
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| Adult price | NZ $85.00 |
| Child price (5 to 14 yrs) | NZ $40.00 |
NOTE: Prices may vary depending on your Date of Travel.
Our Booking procedures quote the applicable prices before you commit to a Booking.
What time is the High Tea Served?
It is usually served at 3pm daily, on some days there may be an option for service at 2pm or 2.30pm, this will be confirmed on your reservation.
How long should we allow to visit the castle and grounds?
We suggest you plan for a 2 hour visit to see the extensive grounds and take the castle tour. In addition to this we also suggest you allow at least 30 minutes for the High Tea service, longer if your tour itinerary allows.
