Museum
Toitū Otago Settlers Museum
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Toitū Otago Settlers Museum tells the story of the people who shaped the Otago region, from early Māori to European settlers and later immigrants. Housed in a historic building complex, the museum features exhibits on transport, fashion, technology, and social history. Highlights include a restored 19th-century steam locomotive, a vintage tram, and personal artifacts from settlers. The museum also delves into the gold rush era and the development of Dunedin as a city. Interactive displays and a genealogy research area make it engaging for all ages.
Don't miss
- Climb aboard the restored Josephine steam locomotive and vintage tram cars.
- Explore the costume gallery showcasing fashion from the 1800s to the 1960s.
- Trace your own ancestry using the museum's genealogy resources.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Toitū Otago Settlers Museum
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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