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- Wayne BMorrinsville, New Zealand166 contributionsThis is a must see in Oamaru. Great fun and some real surprises. Don’t miss the mirror light room or the laser gun. Great imagination has been put into these exhibitsWritten 5 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- SD2606Christchurch, New Zealand1,824 contributionsThey have created a lovely Public Garden here in Oamaru.
Lots of difference sections of flower beds, a children’s playground, a rotunda, an aviary, a fountain and lots of park benches to sit and enjoy the views.
Great place to wonder and relax.Written 19 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - AndyAquilaLyme Regis, UK599 contributionsThis is an amazing place with lots to admire. The architecture is quite stunning and well worth walking around. There some nice shops too which will entrance.Written 4 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Margaret WTauranga, New Zealand14 contributionsFantastic scenery! Not for the faint hearted but worth all the effort! 300kms from Mt Cook (Aorangi) to Oamaru…DO IT!
Go with escapebycycle.com for the ultimate experienceWritten 11 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MargaretSydney, Australia49 contributionsAbsolutely worth visiting! As soon as we walked in we were greeted by the friendly ladies - and transported back into the 19th Century! The museum has great Victorian arcades, a little movie area to watch short films, olden-day classroom, bar, and a working carousel!! A lady by the name of Tiddy (I hope I spelled correctly) was very lovely and she showed our daughter how to use spinning wheel. Thank you for a great experience!
Super impressed!!Written 30 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Michael CDerby, UK2,011 contributionsThese are an unusual collection of round boulders on the beach. At the time of our visit, they were partially covered because the tide was high. On the clifftop is a visitor centre and also a small cafe where we had a good coffee.Written 13 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LathkillAuckland Central, New Zealand1,098 contributionsTook an America friend to see the home of refrigerated meat production in New Zealand. The volunteers at Totara are very informative & welcoming. A very good self guided tour through the buildings & grounds in beautiful countryside is a nice way to spend half a day with a Devonshire tea of freshly baked warm scones, jam, & cream to round out our visit.Written 6 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Naina-DamaniLondon, UK1,032 contributionsBushy Beach is a perfect place to admire the scenery and the playful seals and even native wildlife.Written 9 January 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rachael B1,893 contributionsMy husband is a bourbon and whisky lover so of course we had to stop here. I did not taste since I am not a fan but enjoyed watching him try all of them and enjoyed talking with the bartender (is this what you call them?). Staff very friendly. My husband really liked the Dunedin Doublewood so we took a bottle back to the states with us.Written 20 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PETER RChristchurch, New Zealand21 contributionsWhat an experience.
The Artist Donna was as delightful and passionate as her paintings and Artistic creations.
I immersed myself in the glorious surroundings of her passion.
An hour was not long enough.
Thank you Donna.
You are an INSPIRATIONWritten 31 January 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - 422ianaDunedin, New Zealand3,123 contributionsWe did the one hour trek and all four of us are not experinced both our children had someone guiding them. They only do one trip a day to keep their horses fresh and make it the best experience. I can't speak more highly about the trip and would highly recomend booking up. Waiding through streams and through a forest. I had not ridden a horse ever and teally enjoyed it.Written 17 February 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- cpcogSydney, Australia1,370 contributionsThe opera house is beautiful. I did take a photo outside. It should be nice to have a chance to watch a concert or musical inside!Written 6 January 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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- The top attractions to visit in Oamaru are: See all attractions in Oamaru on Tripadvisor
- The best outdoor activities in Oamaru according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Oamaru Public Gardens
- Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
- Bushy Beach
- Sanctum Grove Equine
- Friendly Bay Playground
- The most popular things to do in Oamaru with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:See all kid friendly things to do in Oamaru on Tripadvisor