Oamaru North Travel Guide

Oamaru

Popular places to visit

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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, a lovely green space in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
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Steampunk HQ

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Try out interactive displays, marvel at intricate creations, get lost in a light show or just have some bizarre fun at this art gallery with a difference.

Steampunk HQ
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Oamaru Harbour

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.

Oamaru Harbour
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Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

4/5(1 review)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
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Forrester Gallery

In Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct is a magnificent historical building that houses a highly regarded art gallery where you will find eclectic exhibitions and exciting events.

Forrester Gallery
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Grainstore Gallery

Delve inside the minds of a group of local artists as you explore the curiosities of this fascinating gallery, housed within a former Victorian grain store.

Grainstore Gallery

Things to do

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Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

£21
Per adult
Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket
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Top hotels in Oamaru North

Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru
Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru
4 out of 5
346 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is £63 per night from 11 May to 12 May
£63
per night
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)
"Nothing unique but good value for money. Check in only average though"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Ascot Oamaru Motel
3 out of 5
500a Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is £77 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£77
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Whitestone ...
7.4/10 Good! (368 reviews)
"Good for familys"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Ascot Oamaru Motel
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
391 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is £74 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£74
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (597 reviews)
"While it isn't new, everything was clean and tidy and it had all the amenities you need including a full size fridge and even a nightlight in the bathroom for when you get up to use the loo in the middle of the night."

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2024

Oamaru Motor Lodge
Colonial Lodge Motel
Colonial Lodge Motel
3.5 out of 5
509 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is £80 per night from 14 May to 15 May
£80
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (224 reviews)
"Well positioned at the end of a long days drive with easy parking. Good comfortable beds for a good nights sleep. Just what we wanted."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2024

Colonial Lodge Motel
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
296 Thames Hwy, Oamaru
The price is £83 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£83
per night
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
"Friendly service."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2024

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
Casa Nova House
Casa Nova House
5 out of 5
1 Alt St, Oamaru North, Oamaru, Otago
The price is £246 per night from 8 May to 9 May
£246
per night
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"The ladies were very helpful and very kind"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2024

Casa Nova House
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Other neighbourhoods around Oamaru North

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Ardgowan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Oamaru Gardens and North Otago Museum.

Ardgowan
Oamaru which includes a bay or harbour

South Hill

If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.

South Hill
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Weston

When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Oamaru Gardens and North Otago Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Weston
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Waiareka Junction

While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oamaru Gardens and North Otago Museum.

Waiareka Junction
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Holmes Hill

Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Holmes Hill

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