Ardgowan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

4.5/5(31 reviews)

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 Blue Penguin Colony
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Steampunk HQ

4/5(40 reviews)

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.

Steampunk HQ
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Oamaru Harbour

4.5/5(78 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.

Oamaru Harbour
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Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct

4.5/5(61 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
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Forrester Gallery

4/5(7 reviews)

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.

Forrester Gallery
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Grainstore Gallery

4/5(16 reviews)

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.

Grainstore Gallery

Activities

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Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

AU$40
Per adult
Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket
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Our pick of the best Ardgowan Hotel Deals

Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru
Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru
4 out of 5
346 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is AU$114 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$114
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (293 reviews)
"Nothing unique but good value for money. Check in only average though"

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Heritage Court Motor Lodge Oamaru
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Ascot Oamaru Motel
3 out of 5
500a Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is AU$144 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$144
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 3-star motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Whitestone ...
7.4/10 Good! (368 reviews)
"Good for familys"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Ascot Oamaru Motel
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
391 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is AU$143 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$143
per night
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (597 reviews)
"While it isn't new, everything was clean and tidy and it had all the amenities you need including a full size fridge and even a nightlight in the bathroom for when you get up to use the loo in the middle of the night."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Oamaru Motor Lodge
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 out of 5
115 Thames Street, Oamaru
The price is AU$155 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$155
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions North Otago Museum and National Bank are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (431 reviews)
"I loved my room, beautiful. Heavy curtains for darkness and really quiet."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Poshtel
Poshtel
5 out of 5
126 Thames Street, Oamaru, Otago
The price is AU$139 per night from 13 May to 14 May
AU$139
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (216 reviews)
Great Boutique Hotel
"Lovely staff, clean hotel, very quirky, quiet rooms, glad we stayed here."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Poshtel
The Mews Oamaru
The Mews Oamaru
4.5 out of 5
26 Exe Street, Oamaru
The price is AU$170 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$170
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (305 reviews)
"Surprisingly clean, convenient, and comfortable. We found it easy to park and later to drive to the blue penguin colony from here. Dominoes pizza was good not far away."

Reviewed on 27 Apr. 2024

The Mews Oamaru
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Other neighbourhoods around Ardgowan

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Oamaru North

Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Oamaru North
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Waiareka Junction

While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oamaru Gardens and North Otago Museum.

Waiareka Junction
Oamaru which includes a bay or harbour

South Hill

If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.

South Hill
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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.

Holmes Hill
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Weston

When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Oamaru Gardens and North Otago Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Weston

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