Oamaru North
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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.

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.

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.

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.
Oamaru North Hotel Deals

Oamaru Motor Lodge
The room was spotless and very comfortable. Check in was quick and easy. Despite being on SH1 there was no noise in the evening and we slept well.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Colonial Lodge Motel
Our two bed unit was clean and well appointed. It was well out of the way of the main units so it was quiet. The kitchen had everything we needed.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Ascot Oamaru Motel
Oerfect for a family
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026

Heritage Court Lodge
Great job very clean Good job guys
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

ASURE Ambassador Motor Lodge
all good
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025

Casa Nova House
Supernice host, clean room and all renovated, historic, beautiful house!! Would 100% recommend this place to others.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Oamaru North

Ardgowan
Ardgowan might not have many top sights, but North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.

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 North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ.

Waiareka Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waiareka Junction and surrounding area, you can visit North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ.

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 Steampunk HQ are some notable places to visit nearby.
