Ardgowan
Oamaru
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 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.
Things to do
Oamaru: Penguins Evening Viewing Ticket
Top hotels in Ardgowan
289 Midway Motel
Clean, tidy and close to all amenities.
Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025
Poshtel
Staff were friendly, room was clean. A little noisy between rooms but the history of the hotel was interesting.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
The Mews Oamaru
Lovely clean room. Big spa bath. Comfortable bed. Warm and cozy room with great kitchenette.
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Oamaru Motor Lodge
This is the 5th motel that I have stayed in when in Oamaru and it is my favourite so far. It is clean, and very comfortable.
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Clean & comfortable, very friendly helpful staff. Lovely food & coffee.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Criterion Boutique Hotel
if you love a victorian vibe place this a hotel to stay. Me and my partner really love the place and their foods are superb.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ardgowan
Oamaru North
While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and Oamaru Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waiareka Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waiareka Junction and surrounding area, you can visit Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
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 Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.
