Olveston Historic Home
Dunedin, New Zealand
1 ticket option available · from $15.20
Tours, passes & combos at Olveston Historic Home
Skip-the-line, guided tours, city passes and combo tickets — priced higher because they bundle extras beyond standard entry.
| Seller | Option | Price (USD) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olveston Historic Home Official | General admission for adults. Entry is by guided tour only; | $15.20 | View |
Did you know?
- Construction started
- 1904
- Type
- Museum in Dunedin, New Zealand
Visitor information
- Address: 42 Royal Terrace, Dunedin North, Dunedin 9016, New Zealand
- Phone: +64 3 477 3320
- Official website: http://www.olveston.co.nz/
People also ask
Who originally owned Olveston house?
Olveston Historic Home was originally built for David Theomin and his family, a Dunedin businessman and philanthropist at the turn of the 20th century.
How long does it take to tour Olveston house?
The guided tour of the house takes one hour. To fully appreciate the garden in the season, the outside architecture and the family motor car (a 1921 Fiat 510 Tourer) and browse in the gift shop, then approximately 1 hr 15 min is recommended.
What is the richest suburb of Dunedin?
St Clair and Forbury One of the city's wealthier suburbs, many fine houses are situated in the tree-clad slopes.
Who lived in Olveston house?
Surviving the death of her father, mother and elder brother, Miss Dorothy Theomin lived at Olveston until her death in 1966, when it was discovered the house and the original contents were gifted to the City of Dunedin.
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