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Built in 1904 for wealthy businessman and collector Mr. David Theomin, Olveston historic home is a treasure trove of fine art and artefacts purchased from all over the world.
Highlights
- Designed by acclaimed English architect Sir Ernest George
- Furnished with fine art, furniture and artefacts purchased from all around the world
- 35 rooms to explore with a galleried atrium and ballroom
- Olveston is an authentic and original historic home depicting the life of a wealthy merchant family in the early part of the twentieth century.
The house and its contents were gifted to the City of Dunedin following the death of Mr Theomin’s daughter and the home was opened for the public to enjoy in 1966.
This fascinating guided tour of Olveston will depict for you the lives of an upper class family in the early twentieth century.
Come and see for yourself the grace and grandeur of Olveston – An iconic Dunedin building and unique heritage experience in New Zealand.
Location: Royal Terrace, Dunedin
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Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Fantastic tour
Selena from NZ
Winter at Olveston House
Nilanthi from NZ
Winter at Olveston House
Nilanthi from NZ
Amazing amazing amazing
Essie from NZ
Historical home
Annemarie from NZ
Excellent Tour
Barbara Prain from Australia
Colonial grandeur conserved
Paul from United Kingdom
Colonial grandeur conserved
Paul from United Kingdom
History at its finest
Davina from NZ
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Selena from New Zealand wrote on 14 February 2019
Share LinkFantastic tour
Our tour guide and reception ladies were so nice they helped us leant a lot with the history of Olveston Historic Home. Thanks team :)
Nilanthi from New Zealand wrote on 20 August 2018
Share LinkFascinating history and beautiful furnishings
I was lucky enough to get a one-on-one tour of this grand, historic house as it was low tourist season. The tour guide was wonderful with a vast knowledge of the history and the details and was able to answer all my questions. I have been to old historic houses in the UK, Europe and Australia but for some reason this resonated with me the most. Maybe it was the sheer beauty of the decor and furnishings and the fact that there were artifacts from all over the world. Thank you for keeping this place open to the public. This is definitely a must-visit site if visiting Dunedin!
From Olveston Historic Home - Guided Tour
Hi Nilanthi We are so pleased that you enjoyed your Olveston experience. Best wishes Christine Mehrtens
Annemarie from New Zealand wrote on 05 March 2018
Share LinkDunedin
A good tour. A rich man's house. A bit boring but I have been all over Europe and seen more. Good for nz to have this in dunedin.
Barbara Prain from Australia wrote on 29 October 2017
Share LinkExcellent Tour
Well worth a visit. A really interesting piece of Dunedin’s history with an extremely informative guide, Kevin.
10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July
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Paul from United Kingdom wrote on 27 October 2017
Share LinkColonial grandeur conserved
An excellent guided tour led by a knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. The house and gardens are magnificent and would only be improved by the addition of a small cafe in the basement or gardens.
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