Ardgowan
Oamaru
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 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.
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 exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in 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
Top hotels in Ardgowan
Poshtel
Parking was excellent and room very clean, staff very friendly and breakfast was ok!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Breakfast
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Charming stay in the heart of old Oamaru. Staff are gracious and lovely.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 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 11 Apr 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Had a lovely night sleep, Could have done with a bit more milk!! Only had tiny wee caps of milk. Sorry to be saying such a small thing.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Alpine Motel
Comfortable bed, warm, surprisingly quiet. Clean and tidy although dated.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ardgowan
Waiareka Junction
While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Steampunk HQ and Grainstore Gallery.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory 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 Grainstore Gallery and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Steampunk HQ and Grainstore Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.
