Oamaru luxury vacations hand-crafted by our New Zealand specialists.

The largest town in North Otago, Oamaru tempts an interesting mix of attractions. 

Widely regarded for its Victorian precinct, it’s here that you’ll find charming shops and galleries filling 19th century buildings, as well as historic celebrations sometimes occurring on the street. 

Put a twist on the times with a visit to Steampunk HQ – the museum boasts a show of art, sound and light that the whole family will love. Thanks to its coastal location, Oamaru has plenty of gorgeous grounds that are worthy of a walk. 

Visit Oamaru Public Gardens for the country’s oldest landscaped grounds, or head to Bushy Beach to get a glimpse of the world’s rarest penguins. 

The yellow-eyed penguins can be observed from the viewing hide here, though the world’s smallest, the little blue penguins, also call Oamaru home.