Les meilleures choses à faire à Oamaru

Best of Oamaru

Oamaru is known for its little blue penguins, its whitestone Victorian precinct and its quirky steampunk scene. These are the places most worth a visit.

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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

This waterfront attraction offers an up-close look at Oamaru's resident colony of little blue penguins.

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Ōamaru Victorian Precinct

Centered around Harbour Street, this historic precinct showcases Oamaru's celebrated 19th-century architecture.

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Steampunk HQ

Located on Humber Street, this art gallery and interactive centre features distinctive steampunk sculptures and artwork.

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Yellow Eyed Penguin Colony

A coastal viewpoint providing a vantage to observe yellow-eyed penguins in their natural habitat.

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Whitestone City

Set on Harbour Street, this history museum explores the heritage and story of Oamaru.

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Forrester Gallery

Housed on Thames Street, this public art gallery presents rotating visual arts and exhibitions.

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North Otago Museum

A museum dedicated to the heritage, culture, and history of the North Otago region.

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Opera House

A local theatre and performing arts venue hosting cultural events and live performances.

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Sandy Beach

A coastal sandy beach also known as Bushy Beach, situated south of the town centre.

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St Patrick's Basilica

A historic Catholic church serving as a central Christian place of worship in Oamaru.

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Oamaru Public Gardens

A landscaped public garden offering quiet green spaces and walking paths near the town centre.

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Steam Engine

A public sculpture and outdoor artwork located on Itchen Street.

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Janet Frame's house

A museum established in the former home of renowned New Zealand author Janet Frame.