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Glenfalloch Woodland Garden
The guide was updated:Horticulturalists regularly marvel at the enchanting gardens of Glenfalloch Woodland Gardens, because here you will find thirty acres of wooded gardens lovingly landscaped and overlooking the waters of Otago Harbour.
Useful Information
- Address: 430 Portobello Road, Macandrew Bay, Dunedin
- More Info: Entry to gardens is free (donations appreciated)
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 8:00 am - dusk
- Website: www.glenfalloch.org.nz
- Phone: +64 03 476 1006
- Email: info@otagopeninsulatrust.co.nz
Digital Travel Guide Download
Our travel guides are free to read and explore online. If you want to get your own copy, the full travel guide for this destination is available to you offline* to bring along anywhere or print for your trip.
*this will be downloaded as a PDF.Price
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