Ardgowan
Oamaru
Visit Ardgowan
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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 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.
Ardgowan Hotel Deals
Poshtel
"I absolutely loved this accommodation, and it was much better than expected :). Looking forward to next time already."
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026
The Mews Oamaru
"Good place to stay"
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
"Room was good staff great facilities excellent"
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
"Spacious room and good location"
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026
Heritage Court Lodge
"Staff, very unfriendly when checking in, More interested in telling me checkout was 10 am,2 days after checking in and don't forget to return the key."
Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026
Alpine Motel
"Good value, basic and clean"
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2026
Where to stay in Ardgowan
Oamaru North
While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Grainstore Gallery and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.
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, Oamaru Gardens and Grainstore Gallery 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 Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ.
