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The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour

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| Tauranga, New Zealand
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On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.
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Overview

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. With a professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Why is Tauranga known as a lifestyle and tourism destination? Tauranga has many outlying islands and reefs, which make it a notable tourist destination for traveling scuba divers and marine enthusiasts. You will be surprised how many stories are in hidden streets, buildings, and corners of Tauranga. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. It is perfect for people visiting the city for the first time and who want to get the most out of it.

* A local and charismatic guide will guide you.
* You will hear the stories and legends of the city.
* You will visit charming places.

What's Included

  • Professional local guide services
  • The Elms Admission fee
  • Brain Watkins House Museum (Tauranga Historical Society) Admission fee
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

15 Mission Street
Tauranga 3110, New Zealand

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End point

233 Cameron Road
Tauranga 3110, New Zealand

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What To Expect

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The Elms | Te Papa

The elms is one of the oldest heritage sites in Tauranga and located in the historical city centre. In one hectare property, you will see listed heritage buildings, and nationally significant collections all set within a diverse and tranquil garden setting. It is a must-see destination of the region because for generations it was used as a place for the community to gather and learn-this tradition continues today and you will see expensive grounds of the Elms area, historical house, and library.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Art Lounge NZ

The Art Lounge NZ is an exciting and vibrant fine art gallery and sophisticated events venue in downtown Tauranga. At the gallery, you will see exhibitions and events that aim to inspire, encourage, educate and entertain while recognizing excellence in the visual arts.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tauranga Art Gallery

The Tauranga Art Gallery opened in 2017 and was designed to meet modern art gallery standards. A key focus of the gallery is education and aligning the exhibitions and events are taking place there to fit in with the national education curriculum. The gallery holds exhibitions of historical and contemporary art and these include a mix touring exhibitions from other institutions and individual artist projects.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Brain-Watkins House Museum

It is a Victorian-style square villa built in 1881 that has high cultural significance and is one of the last six surviving single-family homes in New Zealand with the original contents predominantly intact and functions as a house museum.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-207716P17

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Professional local guide services.
The following is NOT included:
  • The Elms Admission fee.
  • Brain Watkins House Museum (Tauranga Historical Society) Admission fee.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for The Best of Tauranga Private Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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  • Professional local guide services
  • The Elms Admission fee
  • Brain Watkins House Museum (Tauranga Historical Society) Admission fee

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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