South Hill Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best South Hill Hotel Deals
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 24 Oct 2025
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
Very conveniently situated in historic precinct. Sea view. Comfortable and well-appointed. Friendly welcome. Excellent, prompt communication. Parking on site. Restful and spacious.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.
Internet reception very poor/no instruction for tv combined with poor internet reception we were unable to view any programs
Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025
Exquisite Luxury Property with Stunning Views
Good location well stylish living
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025
Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till
This is the cutest little house in exactly the part of town you want to be in. Perfect for my two-night stay- and they had great recommendations that made the stay even better
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2025
Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!
It was right in the town centre , with free parking , so close to everything. Great place.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Hill
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Totara Estate and Oamaru Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Waiareka Junction
While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Totara Estate and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
Ardgowan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Hill Travel Guide
- Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
- Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
- Grainstore Gallery
- St Lukes Anglican Church
- NZ Malt Whisky Company
- Woolstore Complex
- Moeraki Boulders
- Steampunk HQ
- Whitestone Cheese Factory
- Hampden Beach
- Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
- Oamaru Gardens
- North Otago Museum
- Oamaru Hospital
- Janet Frame House
- Bushy Beach
- Forrester Gallery
- National Bank
