Title: South Hill Travel Guide: Best of South Hill, Oamaru Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in South Hill](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Hill-Hotels.d693174141824827392.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Oamaru](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Oamaru.d9135.Travel-Guide-Flights)[South Hill Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-Hill.d693174141824827392.Car-Hire-Guide)[South Hill Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Hill.d693174141824827392.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South Hill Travel Guide ## Oamaru ![At the end of the road is a gorgeous beach. After 3PM you are not allowed on it anymore, because the yellow eyed penguins will come back from their fishing activities. You can look at them, although you are quite high up and the penguins are tiny!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6361416/83420f2c-183d-45ae-b511-9138b451e210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![At the end of the road is a gorgeous beach. After 3PM you are not allowed on it anymore, because the yellow eyed penguins will come back from their fishing activities. You can look at them, although you are quite high up and the penguins are tiny!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6361416/83420f2c-183d-45ae-b511-9138b451e210.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oamaru which includes boating, a bay or harbour and sailing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149721057/bea39418-8f6f-4474-891a-3e1452f8c76d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Oamaru showing rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149721057/ddfc9a54-a971-4653-8259-74b5bba04c9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grainstore Gallery showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293808/e5473cb5-deaa-41f0-bcb7-fd294ebd45f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Hill Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Oamaru travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru.dx9135) --- ### Popular places to visit ![In Oamaru there's a little blue penguin colony where you can pay to see a show and learn about the penguins and watch them come in for the night. Penguins in New Zealand are only around at dusk when they swim in from a day at sea for the night. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9135/6737bcbb-31c6-47b0-b7e2-9933330a5de9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Blue-Penguin-Colony-South-Hill.d6112990.Attraction) ![Oamaru showing rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and boating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635149721057/ddfc9a54-a971-4653-8259-74b5bba04c9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Harbour-South-Hill.d553248635149721057.Attraction) ![Oamaru featuring street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635754738632/d2bac382-6c44-4c42-beb5-63d244b3810b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct 4/5(1 review) You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Victorian-Heritage-Precinct-South-Hill.d553248635754738632.Attraction) ![Grainstore Gallery showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6293808/e5473cb5-deaa-41f0-bcb7-fd294ebd45f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grainstore-Gallery-South-Hill.d6293808.Attraction) ![Oamaru featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635711519767/eb935155-7eb9-4aa6-a791-1739c2ad0b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St Lukes Anglican Church 4/5(2 reviews) St Lukes Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Oamaru, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Lukes-Anglican-Church-South-Hill.d553248635711519767.Attraction) ![Oamaru which includes outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965317/f4a181bd-20f7-48af-b692-c9d0c04d8f12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Steampunk-HQ-Oamaru.d553248621526965317.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in South Hill ![Criterion Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119520000/119516300/119516212/95751855_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Criterion Boutique Hotel 3 Tyne St Oamaru Otago Region £47 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Auto Museum and Woolstore Complex are located nearby. 6.8/10 (21 reviews) Great room thanks Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=119516212&PinnedHotelID=119516212&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) ![Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71520000/71512300/71512286/3bfe4108_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru Oamaru Otago £144 28 Feb - 1 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Grainstore Gallery and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews) Lovely sensitively converted early home, lots of conveniences, comfortable and easy walking to town. Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=71512286&PinnedHotelID=71512286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) ![Exquisite Luxury Property with Stunning Views](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34670000/34665500/34665454/c33d5e61_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Exquisite Luxury Property with Stunning Views Oamaru OTA £689 12 Feb - 13 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews) Everything was wonderful! Beautiful, unique home with easy check-in and check-out procedures. Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026&selected=34665454&PinnedHotelID=34665454&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) ![Big space in a great location](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117360000/117350600/117350510/23b9787f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Big space in a great location Oamaru Otago Region Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions NZ Malt Whisky Company and Oamaru Victorian ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) The host Lauren seemed lovely when I spoke to her on the phone, the house was clean and very comfortable with everything you could possibly need for a comfy stay. Also the location would have to be the best in Oamaru with stunning views of the harbor and walking distance to the best attractions. Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=117350510&PinnedHotelID=117350510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=117350510&PinnedHotelID=117350510&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) ![Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37998400/37998311/d92342e8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till Oamaru Oamaru Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are located ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews) Great location, great little house! This is the cutest little house in exactly the part of town you want to be in. Perfect for my two-night stay- and they had great recommendations that made the stay even better Reviewed on 28 Feb 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=37998311&PinnedHotelID=37998311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=37998311&PinnedHotelID=37998311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) ![Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110860000/110854100/110854003/26a192b3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy. Oamaru Otago Stay at this holiday home in Oamaru. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions NZ Malt Whisky Company and Oamaru Victorian ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews) Very lovely house. Host was amazing with communication Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=110854003&PinnedHotelID=110854003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=110854003&PinnedHotelID=110854003&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=693174141824827392) [See all 79 properties in South Hill](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=693174141824827392) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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It's a gallery that is totally dedicated to Steampunk. Steampunk is a funky art form that mixes the future with the past. Think victorian era, Jules Verne and time travel. Well worth a visit](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9135/6a532f91-e93d-450a-bc4b-bca08d26b28c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Historic Precinct While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Historic-Precinct.dx960797139941023744) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Holmes-Hill.dx693174145776189440) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Waiareka Junction While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Waiareka-Junction.dx693174134231367680) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ardgowan If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Ardgowan.dx693174137706348544) ![North Otago Museum and monument in Oamaru New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693174155926278144/b504fa7d-5b5c-4bf6-a483-c879d19a12a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oamaru North Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oamaru-Oamaru-North.dx693174155926278144) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Weston When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 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