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Ōamaru Penguins
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Oamaru, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Poshtel
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The Mews Oamaru
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289 Midway Motel
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Oamaru Motor Lodge
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Oamaru Backpackers
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Ascot Oamaru Motel
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AAA Thames Court Motel
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What to eat
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Cucina
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Western cuisine
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Star and Garter Restaurant
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Scotts Brewing Co.
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Badger & Mackerel Messhall Espresso
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Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli
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Tees Street Cafe
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Lake Tekapo
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Lakestone Lodge
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Matuka Luxury Lodge
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Mountain climbing
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Hiking
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Cycling
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Themed exhibition halls
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Museums
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Popular Attractions in Oamaru
Orana Park
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Ōamaru Penguins
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Whitestone City
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Glenn Warren Reserve
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Jones Park
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Awamoa Park
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Home Gallery Fine Arts
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Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
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Waitaki Community Gardens
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The Loft
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Oamaru Dog Park (Fenwick Dog Park)
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Thames Street
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Oamaru's Heritage Precinct
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Oamaru Library & Council Service Centre
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Oamaru Public Garden
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Star and Garter Restaurant
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Casa Mia Espresso
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Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli
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Tees Street Cafe
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Lagonda Milk Bar
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Panda Restaurant and Takeaway
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Eden Takeaways
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Northstar Motel Restaurant & Bar
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India Garden - Oamaru
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Midori Japanese Restaurant And Bar
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The Roost
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Harbour Street Bakery, Oamaru
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The Woolstore Cafe
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The Last Post, Restaurant, Bar & Catering Service
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Fat Sally's Pub and Restaurant
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Oscars Sushi
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T-Bar
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Shortblack Cafe
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Peter Pan Bakery
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