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 the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
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.
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
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct during your trip to Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.
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
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Good Location. But you have to walk some stairs to get to the room.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Poshtel
This is by far one of the best hotels we’ve stayed in, in NZ and the world.. It’s clean, very comfortable and quirky which we love. The staff are so friendly and helpful, shout out to Cathy and the younger lady with dark hair (apologies that I can’t remember her name). The continental breakfast is ...
Reviewed on Apr 16, 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
Clean strip motel with the usual amenities.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Ascot Oamaru Motel
No live TV!
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Ardgowan
Waiareka Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waiareka Junction and surrounding area, you can visit 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.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Grainstore Gallery and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.
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.
Holmes Hill
While Holmes Hill isn't home to many top sights, Grainstore Gallery and Steampunk HQ are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.
