Things to do in Port Chalmers

New Zealand·41 bookable experiences

Port Chalmers sits in South Island, New Zealand, and there are 41 bookable experiences there — tours, entry tickets, day trips and transfers. These are the ones Viator ranks highest, with the price, the duration and the cancellation terms on every card, so you can compare before you commit.

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Dunedin, Otago Peninsula Scenery and OPERA Conservation Tour

4.4 (83)6h

Enjoy a personal small-group tour of Dunedin and the spectacular Otago Peninsula. Travelling in a smaller vehicle means less waiting and allows us to follow Highcliff Road—a scenic route unsuitable for large…

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Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour

4.9 (52)6h

With this tour, you will enjoy a small-group experience with personalised attention while discovering the beauty of Dunedin City and the Otago Peninsula. You’ll also avoid wasting time waiting for a large group to get…

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Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included

4.9 (120)5h

A relaxed and friendly small group tour (max. 8 pax) showing you Dunedin's most impressive, unique and charming sights, including a tour of the only castle in the country: Larnach Castle. With an entertaining mix of…

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Dunedin Shore Excursion: Taieri Gorge Railway & City Sightseeing

4.2 (309)7h 30m

When your cruise ship docks in Dunedin, take a trip through the spectacular scenery surrounding the Taieri River on board the Taieri Gorge Railway. Travel through tunnels and over viaducts on this train-lover’s shore…

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Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour (Shore Excursion)

5.0 (83)6h

We meet you at the Port Chalmers Cruise Ship Terminal for the 'Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour' Stops include: -Dunedin Railway Station (most photographed building in NZ) -Baldwin Street (world's steepest…

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Albatross, seals, and sea birds-Wildlife Cruise

4.8 (206)1h 45m

Small group tours, by Otago Harbour's most experienced skipper/guide! You wont find a wildlife guide with more experience on Otago harbour then owner/operator Rachel McGregor. She has had 20 +years experience…

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Dunedin Wildlife Cruise-Albatross, seals and harbour

4.8 (138)1h 45m

Small group tours, by Otago Harbour's most experienced skipper/guide! You wont find a wildlife guide with more experience on Otago Harbour then owner/operator Rachel McGregor. She has had 20 +years experience…

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Dunedin Nature & City Tour – Full Day Cruise Excursion

4.6 (128)6h 30m

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 regularly at locations with a chance to get off and have a…

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Otago Peninsula & Larnach Castle Shore Excursion

4.4 (49)6h

We are a well known tour guiding company in Dunedin. We offer a small group tour of the highest quality, branded vehicles and great fun guides and drivers. We will always have you back to your cruise ship in plenty of…

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Shore Excursion: Dunedin City, Otago Peninsula, Castle Gardens & Olveston Tour

4.8 (89)6h

With this tour, you will experience the pure beauty of Dunedin through a journey rich in heritage, spectacular scenery, and memorable highlights. You’ll explore the stunning Otago Peninsula via scenic Highcliff Road,…

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Otago Harbour Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

4.5 (17)2h 30m

Join us for an invigorating wildlife cruise experience. By the time you get back to your ship you’ll know why Dunedin is the Nature Capital of New Zealand. The cruise will travel around beautiful wharves and boatsheds,…

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Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour

4.8 (149)4h

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,…

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Half day Private Tour of Dunedin City Highlights and Peninsula Scenery

4.8 (19)4h

Enjoy Dunedin on a private tour, tailored just for your group of up to 6 passengers. A knowledgeable driver - guide will show you the best spots in Dunedin in a private vehicle. You will be very flexible to spend any…

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City Highlights, Larnach Castle Gardens Tour

4.8 (86)5h 30m

Enjoy a guided tour of Dunedin city, take in the highlights and enjoy a café lunch in a lovely garden setting. This 5 hour tour explores the city before heading out onto the stunning Otago peninsula. A visit to Larnach…

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Cruise Ship Tour Dunedin City Highlights & Otago Peninsula Views

5.0 (2)5h 30m

Enjoy your perfect day exploring the history and heritage of Dunedin City and the landscape of the Otago Peninsula. Your local guide will ensure you leave Dunedin having had a wonderful day in New Zealand's southern…

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Dunedin Shore Excursion City Sightseeing & Tour of Larnach Castle

4.1 (70)7h

Staring dickside, discover Dunedin’s roots when your ship is in port on a shore excursion that takes in the city's central sights and historic Larnach Castle. In the am you will visit Larnach Castle, where admission and…

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Otago Peninsula Tour and Larnach Castle City Sights (min 4 )

4.2 (6)6h

We love showing you our city and will always give you a trip to remember - we cannot wait to show you our city. We are very well known, always have immaculate vehicles and very fun knowledgeable guides. The castle is NZ…

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Iconic Shore Excursion: Iconic Larnach Castle Tour

4.9 (110)6h

Enjoy a personalized small group tour of Larnach Castle and Dunedin City. This is a 6 hour fully guided tour that lets you explore Dunedin and Larnach Castle at a leisurely pace. Included is a fully guided tour of…

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Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

5.0 (7)4h 30m

If you want easy access to Dunedin's most popular attractions or some various unknown locals only attractions. I own this business and take great pleasure in giving my clients the best day we can Greate in the short…

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Harbour, Albatross and Wildlife Cruise on Otago Harbour

4.5 (26)1h 30m

Join our group tour of Otago Harbour on our sightseeing vessel, "Adagio" Fast, safe, and comfortable, you will see more of our beautiful harbor with its extensive history and abundant wildlife. Look out for NZ Fur…

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Garden and City tour

4.8 (250)4h 30m

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…

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Bike Ferry Port Chalmers to Quarantine Island and Portobello,

5.0 (1)15 min

Wanting to get from Portobello to Port Chalmers or Quarantine Island/Kamau Taurua? Ride with us on "Adagio" the coolest ferry on the harbour. Sit upstairs on the flybridge for the best views while travelling across the…

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Bike Ferry, Dunedin Harbour Cycle Loop

5.0 (2)10 min

This is much more than a ferry crossing-The Port To Port Bike Ferry is the original bike ferry on Otago Harbour. It is often described as the highlight of the Cycle Loop. Its a custom built ferry, with a purpose-built…

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Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)

4.9 (30)6h

Join our guide for a personalised tour of Larnach Castle and learn about Dunedin's early history along the way. Enjoy stunning views of the Otago Peninsula, the Otago Harbour and our rugged coastline as your bus travels…

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