Waiareka Junction 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.
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.
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.
Forrester Gallery
In Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct is a magnificent historical building that houses a highly regarded art gallery where you will find eclectic exhibitions and exciting events.
Our pick of the best Waiareka Junction Hotel Deals
289 Midway Motel
Clean, tidy and close to all amenities.
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Poshtel
really great stay and convenient.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
The Mews Oamaru
Lovely clean room. Big spa bath. Comfortable bed. Warm and cozy room with great kitchenette.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Oamaru Motor Lodge
Great staff. Nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Friendly staff, good restaurant, clean, comfortable room.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Waiareka Junction
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail 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.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct 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 Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Waiareka Junction Travel Guide
- Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
- Steampunk HQ
- Moeraki Boulders
- Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
- Oamaru Gardens
- Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
- Hampden Beach
- Whitestone Cheese Factory
- North Otago Museum
- Oamaru Hospital
- Grainstore Gallery
- Bushy Beach
- Forrester Gallery
- Janet Frame House
- St Lukes Anglican Church
- NZ Malt Whisky Company
- National Bank
- Woolstore Complex
