Larnach Castle & Gardens, South Island, New Zealand

4.5 (2.966 reviews) Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent Price Range: from $24.61 Ranking #15 in South Island Historic Sites • Castles

A must stay in Dunedin

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. Boutique Lodge accommodation is available in the Castle gardens. Weddings, Balls, Conferences and Celebrations are held in the beautiful 3000 square foot Ballroom. High Tea is also now served daily in the Ballroom at 3pm
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Address

145 Camp Rd Otago Peninsula, New Zealand.

Mobile

+64 3-476 1616

Website

http://www.larnachcastle.co.nz

Email

[email protected]

Working hours

Monday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday : 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Current local date and time now

Monday, May 06, 2024, 2:08

Price range

from $24.61

User Ratings

4.5 based on (2.966 reviews)

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32%

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Reviews

5lucy_1972Auckland 5:00 PM Jan 30, 2022
Wonderful Experience, Stunning Location, Go Now !
I purchased the Larnach Castle grabone deal and it was an absolutely wonderful experience that I highly recommend to New Zealanders to experience. The history and building of the castle is very interesting, the workmanship in the castle is a must to be seen, the accommodation is lovely with the most amazing views out to the Otago Peninsula and the dinner in the castle was fantastic. The Barker Family have undertaken fantastic work restoring the castle for New Zealand. I advise NZ'rs to get in quick and experience the castle before overseas visitors return as I can imagine it must normally be very busy.
4Lynne J 5:00 PM Mar 12, 2023
Definitely worth a visit on a nice day
We were surprised at the entry cost which was more expensive than we had hoped with no pensioner discount. However, we really enjoyed our visit through the castle and the gardens. It was a stunning day and the views over the harbour were spectacular. The castle would not be suitable for anyone with a disability. There are a lot of stairs and the spiral staircase to the turret are particularly tricky.