How to Get to Taverley Dungeon in Old School RuneScape

Taverley Dungeon is one of the largest and most iconic dungeons in Old School RuneScape (OSRS), offering a variety of monsters, valuable loot, and unique features for adventurers. Located just south of Taverley and west of Falador, it’s a hotspot for combat training, Slayer tasks, and farming high-value drops like dragon bones and hides. This guide will walk you through the various methods to reach Taverley Dungeon efficiently, ensuring you’re ready to tackle its challenges. Whether you’re a low-level player or a seasoned veteran, we’ve got you covered with detailed steps, tips, and shortcuts.

Before diving into how to get there, let’s explore why Taverley Dungeon is worth your time. It’s a versatile location catering to players of all levels, with monsters ranging from low-level Chaos Druids to formidable Blue and Black Dragons. The dungeon is also tied to several quests, such as Druidic Ritual and Heroes’ Quest, and offers unique resources like blue dragon scales for Herblore.

Key Features of Taverley Dungeon

Variety of Monsters: From low-level Chaos Druids to high-level Black Dragons, perfect for combat training and Slayer tasks.
Valuable Loot: Blue Dragons drop dragon bones and hides, while Chaos Druids are known for herb drops.
Quest Relevance: Essential for quests like Druidic Ritual, Heroes’ Quest, and Wanted!.
Agility Shortcuts: Obstacle pipes and other shortcuts make navigation faster for high-Agility players.
Resource Areas: Blue dragon scales and lava eel fishing spots add skilling opportunities.

Location and Basic Access

The entrance to Taverley Dungeon is located south of Taverley, a small Guthixian village northwest of Falador, and west of Falador itself. After the Troll Warzone update, the entrance was moved closer to a bank, making it more accessible. Look for the ladder just south of the dock, past the bridge near the wheat patch. This proximity to a bank (in Falador) is a major advantage for players farming loot or completing Slayer tasks.

Navigating to Taverley

Taverley is easily reachable from several key locations in OSRS. Here are the primary ways to get to the village, which serves as your gateway to the dungeon:

Walking from Falador: Head northwest from Falador’s west bank, climb over the crumbling wall (requires 5 Agility), and follow the path to Taverley. The dungeon entrance is just south of the village.
Walking from Burthorpe: Travel south from Burthorpe’s Games Room to reach Taverley, then head to the dungeon entrance.
White Wolf Mountain Route: If coming from Catherby, cross White Wolf Mountain (dangerous for low-level players) or use the tunnel under it (requires completion of Fishing Contest).

Teleportation Methods to Reach Taverley Dungeon

Teleportation is the fastest way to get to Taverley Dungeon, saving time and run energy. Below are the most efficient teleportation methods, catering to different player levels and resources.

Falador Teleport

The Falador Teleport spell or tablet is one of the most accessible options, requiring 37 Magic and 3 air runes, 1 water rune, and 1 law rune (or just a tablet). After teleporting to Falador, head northwest, climb the crumbling wall (5 Agility), and walk to the dungeon entrance south of Taverley. This method is ideal for most players due to its low requirements and proximity to a bank.

Taverley Teleport

For a more direct route, use a Taverley teleport tablet or the Teleport to House spell (if your house is in Taverley). The tablet can be created using a Scroll of Redirection on a Teleport to House tablet with 10 Construction. This places you right in Taverley, just a short walk from the dungeon entrance. The spell requires 40 Magic, 1 law rune, 1 air rune, and 1 earth rune.

Other Teleportation Options

Method	Requirements	Details
Balloon Transport System	Completion of Enlightened Journey, 1 normal log	Travel to Taverley via the balloon from Castle Wars or other hubs. Short walk to the dungeon.
Wizards’ Guild Portal	66 Magic	Use the south portal in Yanille’s Wizards’ Guild to teleport to the Dark Wizards’ Tower, just south of the dungeon.
Explorer’s Ring	Completion of Lumbridge & Draynor Diary (medium)	Teleport to the cabbage patch south of Falador, then walk northwest to the dungeon.
Games Necklace	None	Teleport to Burthorpe Games Room, then walk south to Taverley and the dungeon.
Skills Necklace	None	Teleport to the Crafting Guild, then head north to Taverley.

Agility Shortcuts and Requirements

Taverley Dungeon is known for its Agility shortcuts, which can significantly speed up access to deeper areas, especially for players targeting Blue or Black Dragons. These shortcuts also help you bypass the need for a Dusty Key, which is required to access the dungeon’s second half.

Obtaining the Dusty Key

The Dusty Key is essential for accessing the deeper parts of the dungeon (e.g., Blue Dragon lair) unless you have 70 Agility. To get it:

Enter the dungeon and head south to the Black Knights’ Base.
Go to the narrow eastern passageway and kill the Jailer (level 39) to obtain a Jail Key.
Use the Jail Key to open Velrak the Explorer’s cell.
Talk to Velrak and choose the option to explore the rest of the dungeon to receive the Dusty Key.

Note: The Dusty Key is not tradeable but can be purchased from the Legends’ Guild shop if you’ve completed Legends’ Quest. A key also spawns near the lava eel fishing area, but this is behind the gate, so it’s only accessible with 70 Agility or another key.

Agility Shortcuts

Level 70 Agility Shortcut: An obstacle pipe near the entrance leads directly to the Blue Dragon lair, bypassing the need for a Dusty Key. This is the most popular shortcut for Slayer tasks or loot farming.
Level 80 Agility Shortcut: A spiked floor shortcut leads to the Poison Spider area, useful for deeper dungeon exploration.
Level 63 Agility Shortcut: Squeeze through loose railings between Magic Axes and Lesser Demons (still requires a Dusty Key).

Tips for Efficient Travel and Preparation

Getting to Taverley Dungeon is only half the battle—preparing for the journey and the dungeon itself is crucial. Here are some tips to streamline your trip and maximize your time in the dungeon.

Travel Tips

Use Falador Teleport for Banking: The west bank in Falador is close to the dungeon, making it ideal for restocking supplies or banking loot.
Conserve Run Energy: Bring stamina potions or use the Agility shortcut from Falador’s crumbling wall to save energy.
POH in Taverley: If you have 10 Construction and 5,000 coins, move your house to Taverley for instant access via Teleport to House.

Preparation for the Dungeon

Antipoison Potions: Poisonous monsters like Poison Spiders and Scorpions are common, so bring antipoison or super antipoison potions.
Anti-Dragon Shield: Essential for safely farming Blue or Black Dragons, as their dragonfire can be deadly.
Safespotting Gear: Ranged or Magic gear is recommended for safespotting tougher monsters like Black Demons or Dragons.
Slayer Task Check: The Blue and Black Dragon lairs are guarded by Eve and Slieve, respectively, and can only be accessed on a Slayer task.

Optimizing Your Route

For the fastest route, consider this approach from Reddit discussions: Teleport to Falador, climb the crumbling wall (5 Agility), and run to the dungeon entrance. This path is quicker than running through Taverley’s main gate and is part of the Falador Diary tasks. Alternatively, if your house is in Taverley, the POH teleport is unmatched for speed.

With these methods and tips, you’re well-equipped to reach Taverley Dungeon and make the most of its rewards. Whether you’re slaying dragons, completing quests, or farming herbs, this dungeon is a must-visit for any OSRS adventurer. Happy exploring!