Ardgowan
Oamaru
Popular places to visit
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 Harbour
Explore New Zealand’s deep-sea port from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. It’s a great jumping-off point for Otago’s many natural attractions.
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.
Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
Step back in time at this Victorian-era streetscape, home to historic 19th-century buildings, shops, galleries, museums and dining establishments.
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.
St Lukes Anglican Church
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.
Things to do
Oamaru: Penguins Evening Viewing Ticket
Ardgowan Hotel Deals
289 Midway Motel
Just what we wanted 😀
Reviewed on Nov 16, 2025
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Beautiful heritage building. Friendly staff. Upstairs room but has a lift. Nice restaurant and bar.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Great staff. Nice place to stay.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Poshtel
The space was beautiful, comfortable and the design was impeccable!
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
The Mews Oamaru
Lovely clean room. Big spa bath. Comfortable bed. Warm and cozy room with great kitchenette.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Criterion Boutique Hotel
if you love a victorian vibe place this a hotel to stay. Me and my partner really love the place and their foods are superb.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Ardgowan
Oamaru North
While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waiareka Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waiareka Junction and surrounding area, you can visit Totara Estate and Steampunk HQ.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.
Holmes Hill
While Holmes Hill isn't home to many top sights, Totara Estate and Oamaru Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Weston
While Weston might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ.
