Weston Travel Guide

Oamaru

Popular places to visit

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

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
Oamaru which includes outdoor art

Steampunk HQ

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
Oamaru showing rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and boating

Oamaru Harbour

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

Oamaru Harbour
Oamaru featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
Grainstore Gallery

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
Forrester Gallery

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

Things to do

Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

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Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket
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Top hotels in Weston

Highlands on Homestead -Tranquil rural property only minutes from town

Highlands on Homestead -Tranquil rural property only minutes from town

Weston, Ardgowan
The price is £104 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£104
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Oamaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Janet Frame House and Oamaru Gardens are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (67 reviews)
"Attention to detail added to the pleasure of our stay. The space is thoughtfully decorated and use of the kitchen space is maximized by providing a hot plate and toaster that can be switched out for meal preparation. The property is beautiful and we were welcome to walk out to the pastures and see ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Highlands on Homestead -Tranquil rural property only minutes from town
Poshtel

Poshtel

5 out of 5
126 Thames Street, Oamaru, Otago
The price is £77 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£77
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (317 reviews)
"Delightful quirky themed rooms. Helpful and friendly staff and accommodating of our early checkout. Excellent location and handy to eateries. Definitely recommend"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Poshtel
The Mews Oamaru

The Mews Oamaru

4.5 out of 5
26 Exe Street, Oamaru
The price is £84 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£84
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
"The motel is very good, I think it is the best choice in Oamaru. It has spa bath, very clean and all the other details are also very good. Definitely will come back."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

The Mews Oamaru
Brydone Hotel Oamaru

Brydone Hotel Oamaru

3.5 out of 5
115 Thames Street, Oamaru
The price is £69 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
£69
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (537 reviews)
"Very good"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
AAA Thames Court Motel

AAA Thames Court Motel

3 out of 5
252 Thames Street, Oamaru
The price is £65 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
£65
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (225 reviews)
"Quick and easy, self contained, perfect for a stopover on our way to Christchurch"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

AAA Thames Court Motel
Oamaru Motor Lodge

Oamaru Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
391 Thames Highway, Oamaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £64 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£64
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (686 reviews)
"For what it is, it can't get better. Loved our overnight stay!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Oamaru Motor Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Weston

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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 Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

Ardgowan
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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 Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

Waiareka Junction
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Oamaru North

Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Oamaru Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Oamaru North
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Holmes Hill

Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Holmes Hill
Oamaru which includes outdoor art

Historic Precinct

While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

Historic Precinct
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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