History

Larnach Castle

Otago Peninsula, Otago

NZ's only castle, a Victorian mansion with gardens and views over the harbour.

Price
Adult entry, see website
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours

A big 1870s house built by a banker and politician, set in terraced gardens high on the Peninsula. You can wander the rooms, climb the tower and have tea in the ballroom cafe. The grounds are worth the entry on their own.

Good to know

  • Allow time for the gardens
  • Check the website for tours and accommodation
Best time
Afternoon
Open
All year
Getting there
Winding sealed road, car park
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets

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