Waiareka Junction Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

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
Oamaru showing boating, a bay or harbour and sailing

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
Oamaru showing outdoor art

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
Oamaru which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

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
Grainstore Gallery

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
Oamaru which includes a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

St Lukes Anglican Church

4/5(5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Oamaru with a stop at St Lukes Anglican Church. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.

St Lukes Anglican Church

Activities

Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket

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Oamaru: Blue Penguin Colony Evening Viewing Ticket
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Our pick of the best Waiareka Junction Hotel Deals

Oamaru Motor Lodge
Oamaru Motor Lodge
4 out of 5
391 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is AU$138 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (633 reviews)
"Nice room with all the necessary facilities."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Oamaru Motor Lodge
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
3.5 out of 5
115 Thames Street, Oamaru
The price is AU$150 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (472 reviews)
"Just a good place to stay in the middle of town. Nice friendly staff."

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Poshtel
Poshtel
5 out of 5
126 Thames Street, Oamaru, Otago
The price is AU$166 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (248 reviews)
"Property is centrally located and was well maintained."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Poshtel
289 Midway Motel
289 Midway Motel
3 out of 5
289 Thames Street, Oamaru
The price is AU$149 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
AU$149
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (256 reviews)
"Room is fine. Spacious, two sinks, class, etc 15 minute walk to get to Victorian precinct. Fine if you are able to walk comfortably."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

289 Midway Motel
The Mews Oamaru
The Mews Oamaru
4.5 out of 5
26 Exe Street, Oamaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$193 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
AU$193
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Whitestone Cheese Factory ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (324 reviews)
"It was very convenient to the town center and also to the Opera House where our Conference was held"

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

The Mews Oamaru
Heritage Court Lodge
Heritage Court Lodge
4 out of 5
346 Thames Highway, Oamaru
The price is AU$143 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
AU$143
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Oamaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
A night away
"Over night stay on way to Christchurch. Great quiet place with convenient parking off street"

Reviewed on 4 Nov. 2024

Heritage Court Lodge
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Other neighbourhoods around Waiareka Junction

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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
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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Ardgowan

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.

Ardgowan
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Weston

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

Weston
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Oamaru North

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

Oamaru North

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