South Hill
Oamaru
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in South Hill
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Short stay, good for a hassle free bed when travelling/stopping through, great staff, very clean
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
Beautiful and clean place to stay very close to penguin viewing and historical downtown! Amazing proximity to so much that Oamaru offers!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Tirohanga Nui
Top of Tyne - Peace, Comfort & Local Connection
Big space in a great location
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
Other neighbourhoods around South Hill
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ.
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and Steampunk HQ 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 Janet Frame House 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 Janet Frame House and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Janet Frame House and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
