Oamaru North Travel Guide
Oamaru
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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 the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
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
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.
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.
Top hotels in Oamaru North
Oamaru Motor Lodge
"Spacious room and good location"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Heritage Court Lodge
"nice"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Colonial Lodge Motel
"Value for money, easy parking, great moteliers, walkable, warm and clean"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
"Nice place to stay."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Ascot Oamaru Motel
"Very clean room and helpful staff"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Casa Nova House
"Excellent accommodation and experience, wonderful staff"
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Where to stay in Oamaru North
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Grainstore Gallery and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Waiareka Junction
While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Janet Frame House and Steampunk HQ.
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Grainstore Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
