Larnach Castle

Welcome to Larnach Castle - New Zealand’s only Castle. With its exciting, sometimes scandalous and tragic history, magnificent carved ceilings, New Zealand antiques and breathtaking views, Larnach Castle offers you a vision of the past and present.

Today, the Castle is the home of the Barker family, who have spent over forty years lovingly restoring the building and recreating the beauty of the 14 hectares of gardens and grounds. The gardens at Larnach Castle have been rated by the New Zealand Gardens Trust as a Garden of International Significance. The gardens are Margaret Barker's personal creation over 45 years - not only is she a restorer of historic buildings, but also a passionate gardener.

Opening hours

• Castle - open 9am to 5pm daily
• Garden & Grounds - 9am to 7pm daily (1 October to 31 March), 9am to 5pm daily (1 April to 30 September)
• Ballroom Cafe - 9.30am to 4.30pm daily
• Open 365 days a year, including all public holidays
   

• Daily guided tours of Larnach Castle 12.30pm  -  Bookings essential 
• High Tea served daily at 3pm - Larnach Castle Ballroom Cafe  -  Bookings essential