Waiareka Junction Travel Guide
Oamaru
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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.
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 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.
Forrester Gallery
In Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct is a magnificent historical building that houses a highly regarded art gallery where you will find eclectic exhibitions and exciting events.
Things to do
Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket
Top hotels in Waiareka Junction
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025
The Mews Oamaru
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Poshtel
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025
Heritage Court Lodge
Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
AAA Thames Court Motel
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Waiareka Junction
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.
Ardgowan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Oamaru Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.