Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Departure times: 9.30am & 1pm

Price: from NZD125*

Duration: 2 hours

Discover Dunedin’s history, architecture and local character on this relaxed two-hour small-group tour. Travel with a knowledgeable local guide and visit the city’s best-known landmarks, panoramic viewpoints and a few places that many visitors overlook.

With several short stops and engaging local commentary, this tour offers an enjoyable introduction to Dunedin for first-time visitors and those with limited time.

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Tour Highlights

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• Baldwin Street – Take photographs or challenge yourself to walk partway up the world’s steepest street.

• Signal Hill Lookout – Enjoy panoramic views across Dunedin and the surrounding hills.

• Dunedin Botanic Garden – Join a relaxed 20-minute guided stroll through the Upper Botanic Garden. See towering rhododendrons and visit the aviaries housing native New Zealand birds.

• Northern Cemetery – Hear the fascinating story of the Larnach family and learn about Thomas Bracken, who wrote the words to New Zealand’s national anthem, God Defend New Zealand.

• University of Otago – Visit New Zealand’s oldest university and admire its historic Clocktower buildings.

• First Church of Otago – See one of Dunedin’s finest Gothic Revival buildings and learn about the city’s Scottish heritage.

• Dunedin Railway Station – Finish at one of New Zealand’s most photographed historic buildings.

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Along the Way

During the tour, you will also:

• Pass through Castle Street and hear about Dunedin’s student culture and the origins of the band SIX60.

• Drive past Forsyth Barr Stadium, which hosts major rugby matches, concerts and other events.

• Pass Emerson’s Brewery and hear the story behind this successful Dunedin business.

• Travel along George Street, the city’s principal shopping street.

• See additional historic buildings and landmarks while learning about Dunedin’s past and present.

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Departure and Return

The tour departs from the Octagon in central Dunedin, outside the Dunedin Visitor Centre. Complimentary collection from central accommodation may also be available by prior arrangement.

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The tour normally finishes at Dunedin Railway Station. From there, you may visit the nearby Toitū Otago Settlers Museum, walk approximately five minutes back to the Octagon, or request a drop-off at the Octagon or your central accommodation.

On selected days, additional departure times may be available on request. Please contact us to check availability.

A minimum of two passengers is required for the tour to operate.

An additional booking fee applies.