Weston Travel Guide
Oamaru
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.
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 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.
Top hotels in Weston
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Very nice accommodation
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
Good bar service
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Poshtel
Very nice room. Lots of space, good coffee bar area, and very nice bathroom. The continental breakfast had alot of options, much more than expected.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Oamaru Motor Lodge
property good
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Heritage Court Lodge
All good, central location and great views
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
The Mews Oamaru
Clean room, very comfortable and a good location
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Weston
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 North Otago Museum.
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 North Otago Museum.
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.
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Historic Precinct
While visiting Historic Precinct, you might make a stop by sights like Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct and Steampunk HQ.
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.
