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Home/New Zealand/South Island/Dunedin & The Otago Peninsula/Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

Experience Authentic Dunedin Heritage & History

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Dunedin at the Toitu Otago Settlers Museum. As a premier cultural attraction in New Zealand, our museum offers deeply engaging historical experiences and guided tours that bring the stories of Otago settlers to life. Discover captivating exhibits, explore local traditions, and enjoy world-class storytelling that connects you to the heart of the Otago Peninsula. Whether you are interested in walking tours or comprehensive city excursions, our museum provides an educational and inspiring journey through time. Book your authentic Dunedin adventure today and experience the remarkable legacy of this historic landmark.

4.4/5 visitor ratingFrom $17 per person7 curated experiencesFree cancellation included

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.38★ average

Based on 549 pooled reviews with ~90% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$37–$89 typical

Median price is $57, with a range of $17–$110

Tour Length

Tour Length

1.8–7 hours typical

Median duration is 5 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

City Tours

100% of options are city tours, primarily cultural and historical

Booking

Booking

Free cancellation

100% of tours offer free cancellation and instant confirmation

Special Features

Special Features

Eco-friendly options

71% of tours are tagged as eco-friendly

7 Products

Garden and City tour

Garden and City tour

5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.77 (250 reviews)
91.65%
8.35%
amazingbook this tourexcellent value for money
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$36
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Garden and City tour
Summary

This is a short tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers but anyone can participate so long as it is a cruise ship day. The tour stops at all locations mentioned with a chance to get off and have a walk around. Comfortable vehicles and a com...

Itinerary
  • The Octagon
  • Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!
  • Signal Hill
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We can usually accomodate wheelchairs and prams in the bus but person must sit on a seat in bus.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.79 (149 reviews)
92.4%
7.6%
Great touramazingGreat guide
Viator
$89
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Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Summary

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. A...

Inclusions
  • Professional guide
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Cruise Port pickup and drop off; Please meet us inside the Visitor Building on ship's wharf
Exclusions
  • Lunch
Itinerary
  • Signal Hill
  • Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!
  • University of Otago
  • Olveston Historic Home
  • Speight’s Brewery
  • The Octagon
  • Dunedin Railway Station
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
  • St Clair Beach
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers 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
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Dunedin Nature & City Tour – Full Day Cruise Excursion

Dunedin Nature & City Tour – Full Day Cruise Excursion

7 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.6 (127 reviews)
84.88%
15.12%
wonderfulgreat tourgood value
Viator
$57
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Dunedin Nature & City Tour – Full Day Cruise Excursion
Summary

This is a tour by bus around some of the main attractions of Dunedin. It is aimed at cruise ship passengers and only runs on cruise ship days The tour stops at all locations mentioned with a chance to get off and have a walk around. Comfortable vehicles with Aircon and a commentary is provided. ...

Itinerary
  • Port Chalmers
  • The Octagon
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden
  • St Clair Beach
  • Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!
  • Mount Cargill Walk
  • Orokonui Ecosanctuary
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
  • Larnach Castle & Gardens
  • Sandfly Bay Track
  • Robert Scott Memorial
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Public transportation options are available nearby, We can usually accomodate wheelchairs and prams in the bus but person must sit on a seat in bus.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Dunedin True Crime Walking Tour Inner City

Dunedin True Crime Walking Tour Inner City

1.5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.86 (7 reviews)
Viator
$39
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Dunedin True Crime Walking Tour Inner City
Summary

Try to keep your jaw from dragging on the ground as we walk through the inner city hearing the dark yet true crime stories from the 19th century. Dunedin, being a gold rush town, brought characters in from all over to exist together in this isolated city at the bottom of the world. We will briefl...

Inclusions
  • An in person guide to take you through the inner city recounting the stories where they happened
Itinerary
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
  • Queens Garden
  • Dunedin High And District Court
  • Dunedin Railway Station
  • The Octagon
  • Dunedin Town Hall
  • The Octagon
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included

Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included

7 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
3 (1 reviews)
Viator
$89
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Dunedin Nature and City Tour with Larnach Castle included
Summary

Explore the captivating sights of Dunedin on this comprehensive full-day tour, departing from Port Chalmers. Visit iconic locations like the Octagon, Baldwin Street (the world's steepest street) and enjoy a guided walk through the stunning botanical gardens featuring aviaries with exotic and native ...

Itinerary
  • Port Chalmers
  • The Octagon
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden
  • St Clair Beach
  • Baldwin Street - World's Steepest Street!
  • Mount Cargill Walk
  • Orokonui Ecosanctuary
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
  • Larnach Castle & Gardens
  • Robert Scott Memorial
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, We can usually accomodate wheelchairs and prams in the bus but person must sit on a seat in bus.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Gold Rush Grandeur: A Self-Guided Dunedin Heritage Walk

Gold Rush Grandeur: A Self-Guided Dunedin Heritage Walk

2 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
Viator
$9
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Gold Rush Grandeur: A Self-Guided Dunedin Heritage Walk
Summary

Dunedin’s well-preserved center reflects its unique history as New Zealand’s first city of wealth and influence. On this self-guided walking tour of Dunedin’s heritage, you’ll discover how a brief but intense period of prosperity during the 1860s Otago Gold Rush transformed this Scottish settlemen...

Inclusions
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Exclusions
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation
Itinerary
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
  • Dunedin Chinese Garden
  • Speight’s Brewery
  • First Church of Otago
  • The Octagon
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum

7 hrsFree cancellation
3.64 (14 reviews)
56.19%
43.81%
greatEntertainingGreat experience
Viator
$119
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Dunedin Shore Excursion - Sightseeing, Larnach Castle, Chinese Garden & Museum
Summary

A unique opportunity to experience the very best Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula has to offer. This shore excursion combines sightseeing of Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula with a guided tour of the stunning Larnach Castle and its grounds. Also included is Dunedin’s Chinese Gardens: an authentic...

Inclusions
  • Local guide
  • Driver/guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off
Exclusions
  • Food & Drinks
Itinerary
  • Larnach Castle & Gardens
  • Dunedin Chinese Garden
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Minimum number of 10 Adults required for tour to operate
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Toitu Otago Settlers Museum.

Dunedin Railway Station
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Dunedin Railway Station

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The Octagon
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The Octagon

350 m away • from $8.99

Taieri Gorge Railway
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Taieri Gorge Railway

700 m away • from $94

Olveston Historic Home
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Olveston Historic Home

1.2 km away • from $9.99

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

The cost of experiences varies significantly depending on the level of personalization. Prices across booking platforms typically range from $17–$418, though the full spread can reach up to $545.

We recommend checking availability ahead of time, as 100% of the listings we compare offer instant confirmation, making it easy to secure your spot quickly.

The museum is highly regarded by visitors. Based on 64 pooled reviews across booking platforms, it holds an average rating of 4.82★.

Book a guided tour for the best views. Most tours depart from the city center and visit penguin colonies.

Yes, the bus network is frequent. Use the Otago Regional Council app to track real time arrivals.

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Dunedin City and Peninsula Day Tour