Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour

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1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Admire the fine architecture, gardens and decor of the elegant Olveston Historic Home during a 1-hour guided tour of this must-see attraction in Dunedin. You can also stroll through the beautiful gardens and take in views of the city and Otago Harbour. During the house tour, your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the design, art and furnishings, as well as the family that built the home. This tour gives you a chance to glimpse life in New Zealand during the early 20th century and learn about one of Dunedin’s most prominent families.

What's Included

Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At Olveston reception

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    All tours are guided by our professional staff to give you the ultimate time capsule experience. You will learn about how a wealthy merchant family lived in the early 1900's in Otago's major town, Dunedin, built on gold. Olveston has all its original contents with over 120 art works. After your tour of over 13 spectacular rooms enjoy, in your own time, Olveston's one acre garden which is a Garden of National Significance. Our well stocked gift shop offers many items made locally.

    1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • To prevent damaging the wooden floors and original floorcoverings, visitors are asked to refrain from wearing stiletto heel shoes
  • Small-group tour with a maximum of 15 participants per tour
  • No health restrictions
Supplied by Olveston Historic Home

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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