Nestled on the South Island's east coast, Oamaru is an ideal destination for anyone keen to experience the real New Zealand. With friendly locals, a compact town centre and a variety of attractions, Oamaru offers unique experiences for even the most seasoned traveller. Don't be fooled by our laid back pace and natural charm! Oamaru has an array of attractions you simply won't find elsewhere - from our vibrant Historic Precinct featuring New Zealand's best 19th Century streetscape to world famous eco tourism facility the Blue Penguin Colony. Our cafes and restaurants serve an enticing array of local and international cuisine, a creative atmosphere inspires a flourishing community of artists and the natural environment is postcard perfect. Accommodation options range from up-market hotels to self catering options all with an emphasis on service. The coastline between Oamaru and Palmerston offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean, uncrowded beaches and a host of friendly villages and townships each with its distinctive character. Coastal Otago is the perfect holiday destination for anyone keen to fish, surf, swim, enjoy fresh local produce or learn more about our history. It is also home one of New Zealand’s most iconic natural wonders – the Moeraki Boulders and, offers the opportunity to view wildlife in their natural habitat. From artists' studios to a seal colony to seaside restaurants and cafes, North Otago’s coast is a detour worth taking. Oamaru and the Waitaki District’s rich and diverse heritage have spurred the development of a range of unique visitor attractions. The town’s hey day is immortalised in an impressive collection of grand neo-classical buildings that now house a range of businesses, galleries and eateries. Our rural heritage is immortalised at Totara Estate and other smaller museums while pre European history is preserved at sites around the district and can be explored via a comprehensive collection of displays at the North Otago Museum. Oamaru and the surrounding district offer you a relaxed pace in a spectacular natural and built setting. The natural environment has created a plethora of recreational opportunities that are easy to access while attractions focusing on our rich past have

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• Oamaru
• Waitaki Girls' High School
• Southernmost settlements
• St Joseph's School, Oamaru
• Waitaki Boys' High School
• Pacific Ocean
• Centennial Park, Oamaru
• St. Kevin's College, Oamaru
• North Otago Astronomical Society Observatory
• Cape Wanbrow
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