Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour

Immerse yourself in the French history and natural beauty of Akaroa, New Zealand with a vibrant audio tour. Explore the town’s landmarks, learn about its fascinating past, and enjoy the stunning views at your own pace.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Akaroa Museum - Visit the War Memorial of Akaroa and learn about its history
  • Akaroa Lighthouse - Visit the impressive six-sided wooden lighthouse in Akaroa and learn about its fascinating history
  • Banks Peninsula War Memorial and Grounds - Visit the War Memorial of Akaroa and learn about its history
  • Catholic St. Patrick’s Akaroa - St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Akaroa
  • The Giants House - The Giant House Akaroa

Town Wharf, Whaling Trypots, War Memorial, Corner of Lavaud and Balguerie, Old French Cemetery, Giants House, French Forecourt, Rue Jolie, Old Lighthouse

What's Included
  • Audio files
  • GPS map
  • Self-Paced
What's Not Included
  • Admission Fees
  • Transportation
  • Food/drinks
  • Audio Device
Additional Information

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour.

Nestled on the East Coast of the South Island, the quiet seaside town of Akaroa is best known for its volcanic hills and the dolphins that are found in the bay. On this self-guided audio tour, you will enjoy the tranquil setting and the stunning natural views along the harbour. You will also see the old lighthouse and learn about its interesting French history at the Akaroa Museum. Visit the town wharf, whale try pots, war memorial, corner of Lavaud and Balguerie, St Patrick’s Catholic Church, the Old French cemetery, the giant’s house, French forecourt and Rue Jolie. Known as the Paris of New Zealand this tour will delight and enthral all at your own pace.

  • Tour downloading instructions are in the “Before You Go” section of your ticket.
  • No admission fees or physical guide included.
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Please download the audio file and make it ready before you start your journey
  • Available only in English.
Location
91 Rue Lavaud
Rue Lavaud
Since this tour is self-guided audio tour, you decide your own starting point and ending point according to your own schedule.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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R7056kvmarkh
Nov 17, 2020
Excellent - Read the previous review and was fore-warned to download the tour before setting off. It worked well and the information was current and relevant. Nice little city with eclectic shopping and good food.
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Danette
Mar 6, 2018
We really liked walking around on our... - <p>We really liked walking around on our own time seeing the sights of Akaroa. Thanks Viator!</p>
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Marion
Jan 2, 2018
Loved the sound effects - and the... - <p>Loved the sound effects - and the ease of going from one highlight to the other without having to think too much about it. Easy to download too.</p>
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Mutti1171
Jan 18, 2020
Self guided tour - If you are not the best with technology I would not suggest this audio self guided tour. That being said I may not be the best one to write this review. Once I figured out how to get this on my phone I needed to refer to the map that I had downloaded on my phone. It would have been easier to have the map in hand while listening to the audio. Sadly I would not recommend this.
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Debra
Mar 3, 2018
Free WiFi to be able to utilize this... - <p>Free WiFi to be able to utilize this tour was non-existant. We couldn't get download with using our own data plan and costing us more money. We were not told on website to download prior to getting to Akaroa which then we would have been able to use it. Well we still walked around and enjoyed the city. Not worth the money.</p>
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