Ardgowan Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 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.
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.
Our pick of the best Ardgowan Hotel Deals
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Clean, staff was very good, helpful and cheerful
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Yes and yes, very courtious
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Poshtel
Quaint is the word. So different from chain hotels. Beautifully restored old building .witmemmem
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
The room was clean and comfortable, outside stairs to second floor. We had a kitchenette, which was limited. No hot plate, but when asked we received one, but were cautioned about a sensitive smoke detector. It was in a decent location and overall we were comfortable.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Heritage Court Lodge
All good, central location and great views
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Ascot Oamaru Motel
Receptionist was very helpful, large room and great pub next door.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ardgowan
Waiareka Junction
While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and North Otago Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.
