Larnachs Castle Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Larnachs Castle
Popular places to visit
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Activities
Clearwater Wildlife - Small Guided Tours (10 max) Otago Peninsula
Otago Peninsula In-Depth Tour & Blue Penguins Pukekura Experience
天际线 Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour Sharing
Dunedin Castle to Cruise Tour
Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour
7 Hours Dunedin and Otago Peninsula Tours up to 10 people
Our pick of the best Larnachs Castle Hotel Deals
Larnach Lodge
Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025
Camp Estate
Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2025
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Reviewed on 19 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Larnachs Castle
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Catholic Church.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Port Chalmers
You'll enjoy the churches and waterfront in Port Chalmers. You might want to make time for a stop at Port Chalmers Museum or Holy Trinity Church.
Ocean Grove
While Ocean Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tomahak Beach and St. Clair Beach.
Waverley
Though Waverley may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.
Andersons Bay
Though Andersons Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edgar Centre and Tomahak Beach.
- University of Otago
- The Octagon
- St. Clair Beach
- Forsyth Barr Stadium
- Larnach Castle
- Speight's Brewery
- Dunedin Botanic Garden
- Dunedin Town Hall
- Grand Casino
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- First Church of Otago
- Royal Albatross Centre
- Brighton Beach
- Otago Museum
- Edgar Centre
- Tunnel Beach
- Otakou Marae
- New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
- Olveston
- Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
- Boulder Beach
- Pineapple Track
- Baldwin Street
- Orokonui Ecosanctuary
- Signal Hill
- Regent Theatre
- Dunedin Chinese Garden
- Penguin Place