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.
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.
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
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
This is a hidden gem of Oamaru. It’s a renovated hotel of yesteryear. Rooms renovated, bathrooms new. We sat by the gas fire in the lounge area in the evening and enjoyed a continental breakfast in the front room in the morning. The ambience is lovely with old world charm. Staff are excellent. We ...
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Poshtel
Parking, street only. Staff very helpful. Rooms small, no hanging space or room for luggage. Decor quirky and interesting. Continental breakfast very good. Overall 8/10.
Reviewed on May 13, 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Excellent assistance when we called to say we would be late. A pleasant over night stay 😊
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
The Mews Oamaru
Clean room.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Criterion Boutique Hotel
good stay
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Alpine Motel
Inadequate heating for cold weather.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ardgowan
Waiareka Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waiareka Junction and surrounding area, you can visit Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ.
Oamaru North
While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail 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 Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ.
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.
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony are top sights worth seeing.
