All things to do in Oamaru: by yourself or following tours. If you prefer to let others do their job while you sit back and relax, then taking a tour is a good option to see both the town and the surrounding region.
Category: Attractions
Totara estate
If you are interested in the living history of New Zealand one of the must-see places is Totara Estate in the South of Oamaru. This historical farm building was where the country’s export meat trade was born, and which has now turned into a billion dollar industry. Totara Estate was built during the 1850s and… Continue reading Totara estate
Oamaru steam train
Ever dreamt about New Zealand tours by steam train? Enjoy Oamaru’s history by hitching a ride on the Oamaru steam train when you travel to New Zealand. In the historic precinct of Oamaru, you will find a small vintage railway run by the Oamaru Steam and Rail society in the centre of the historic precinct.… Continue reading Oamaru steam train
Oamaru gardens
Enjoy beautiful flowers, waterfalls and even a fragrant garden in the Oamaru gardens during your travel to New Zealand. Oamaru Public Gardens The Oamaru Public Gardens were established in 1876, and are located at Thames Street in Oamaru. Entry is totally free and on top of that there is a playground, a bird aviary, a… Continue reading Oamaru gardens
Historical Sites
Oamaru is gaining increasing popularity among visitors who travel to New Zealand due to its attractions including the rich Oamaru history and architecture. The old magnificent buildings in the historical precinct of the town have been well restored and preserved, and continue to be a major attraction of this New Zealand town. These fine buildings… Continue reading Historical Sites
Moeraki Boulders
The Moeraki Boulders are a worthwhile place to stop if you are driving from Oamaru to Christchurch on the east coast of New Zealand. These boulders are a number of large and spherical stones found along the Koekohe Beach between Moeraki and Hampden on the Otago coast of New Zealand. They weight several tons and… Continue reading Moeraki Boulders
List of Attractions
Oamaru is a relatively small town but there is a wide variety of main attractions both within the town centre or just a little further afield. An ideal sleep over city when you travel to New Zealand along the East Coast. A city to consider for those moving to New Zealand for retirement. Visit one… Continue reading List of Attractions
Oamaru Penguins
One of the must-see natural attractions when visiting New Zealand are the Oamaru penguins. Not many people who travel to New Zealand are aware that there are actually blue penguins and yellow-eyed penguins in Oamaru. The little blue penguins of Oamaru are the world’s smallest penguins and they are less than a foot high. This… Continue reading Oamaru Penguins
Blue penguins colony
One of the must-see attractions of your New Zealand vacation are the Oamaru blue penguins. The Oamaru penguins colony is located within walking distance from the historic town centre near the harbor. Colony size The number of blue penguins you can see in Oamaru depends on the season: the best time to view penguins would… Continue reading Blue penguins colony