Weston
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 Weston
Poshtel
Great hotel, quirky but very cool. Great location and lovely staff.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Check in was excellent. Very friendly and helpful. We were given a room upgrade. A pleasant surprise. The Bistro and dining room were great. The food was a bit pricey but we didn’t mind paying a bit more to eat in when we were looked after so well. We would stay there again.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Parking over road was secure
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Mews Oamaru
Lovely spacious clean and comfortable one bedroom apartment. Everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Reviewed on 22 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
Long life milk supplied. Enough for tea and coffee but not for breakfast. Clean room and handy to shops.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Weston
Ardgowan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ.
Waiareka Junction
While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail 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 Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Grainstore Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
