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Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

By Iconic Tours NZ Ltd
9.8 out of 10
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Overview

Discover top attractions and iconic sites and lookouts around the city of Dunedin on this half-day city tour. Explore Dunedin with a guide and take in key sites of interest such as the World famous Baldwin Street, University of Otago, Olveston Homestead gardens and Dunedin's Grand Railway Station. Awesome lookouts over Otago Harbour and from Signal Hill. Visit the Octagon (city centre) for some shopping and a bite to eat. All transport to and from the cruise ship wharf is included. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 20 people. Daily departures are available for cruise passengers and city-based passengers.

Activity location

  • Signal Hill
    • Signal Hill Road,
    • Dunedin, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Dunedin Railway Station
    • 9016, Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll taxes, fees and handling charges
  • What's includedWhat's includedPort or Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • passengers must be able to access the steps on and off the vehicle un-assisted

Activity itinerary

Signal Hill
  • 15m
Awesome views of the city, harbour and surrounding landscapes from high above Dunedin. There's a special connection with Edinburgh Scotland for those who know where to look!
Baldwin Street: The Steepest Street in the World
  • 30m
World famous in Dunedin, you can't visit the city without going to Baldwin Street! Walk or run to the top if you're up for a challenge, or perhaps just check it out from below. Souvenirs often available, great photo opportunities abound. We always allow time for a proper visit to the World's Steepest Street
University of Otago
  • 5m
New Zealand's first university and one of the country's largest with around 20,000 students. A quick stop here is often rewarded with a real dose of Dunedin student culture. A very short walk gets us to the Leith River running right through the central campus. Here we have a stunning view of the original Clocktower Building constructed during the 1870's
Olveston Historic Home
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
We visit the gardens of Olveston Homestead (free entry). A short walk takes in highlights such as the family's vintage touring car, the original site of the old cottage from the 1860's and the stunning botanical conservatory. There is also time to visit the magnificent gift shop inside the house.
Speight’s Brewery (Pass by)
Another vital landmark in Dunedin, Speights Brewery has been making beer since 1876, the oldest working brewery in the country. We make a quick stop here, just enough time to check out the gift shop and perhaps a wee drop of the good stuff :)
The Octagon
  • 1h
Our tour offers 1 hour free time in the Octagon, Dunedin's city center.This is where all the good gift shops are, banks money machines, cafes, bars and restaurants as well as some stunning heritage buildings (St Paul's Cathedral, Dunedin Town Hall and the Regent Theatre to name a few). Explore the Writer's Walk as Dunedin is recognised by UNESCO as an official "City of Literature". There are street games and activities for children and adults alike, plenty to see in this lively central city hub.
Dunedin Railway Station
  • 20m
Dunedin's Grand Railway Station is a real highlight of our tour. A true symbol of Dunedin's superior wealth during early 20th century. We allow time for viewing this huge building from the gardens, as well as the beautiful interior.
Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
  • 20m
One of NZ's top museums, a cultural extravaganza all about the people of Dunedin and their incredible achievements over the years. There is a wealth of artefacts here, showcasing local Maori history through to present day innovations. We usually stop here only on rainy days, however we often drop off passengers here if they wish during our 1 hour free time in the middle of the tour.
St Clair Beach (Pass by)
If time permits we take a trip to the beach. St Clair is Dunedin's very popular city beach. Spot surfers on the waves as we drive past the cafes and bars on the beach front Esplanade. A brief stop for photos before we take another high road for more coastal views on the way back to the cruise ship.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSignal Hill
    • Signal Hill Road,
    • Dunedin, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEDunedin Railway Station
    • 9016, Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEPort Chalmers Wharf
    • 19 Beach Street
    • 9023, Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand

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