Waiareka Junction
Oamaru
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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 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.
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.
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.
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
Waiareka Junction Hotel Deals
Poshtel
Parking was excellent and room very clean, staff very friendly and breakfast was ok!
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Good Location. But you have to walk some stairs to get to the room.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Charming stay in the heart of old Oamaru. Staff are gracious and lovely.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
The Mews Oamaru
Great location with good parking. Easy to find. Very clean and tidy, Was very warm day and would have been good if windows had been left open during the day so room not so hot on arrival as no aircon unfortunately. Unfortunately road noise travelled thru the bathroom fan (windows double glazed so ...
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Had a lovely night sleep, Could have done with a bit more milk!! Only had tiny wee caps of milk. Sorry to be saying such a small thing.
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Alpine Motel
Food shops near by,room and kitchen got every thing you need, staff very polite.
Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Waiareka Junction
Holmes Hill
While Holmes Hill isn't home to many top sights, Oamaru Gardens and Grainstore Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ardgowan
Ardgowan might not have many top sights, but Steampunk HQ and Grainstore Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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 Steampunk HQ and Grainstore Gallery.
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
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