Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony, Oamaru

Name: Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
Address: 2 Waterfront Road, Oamaru, 9400, New Zealand
Telephone: +64 3-433 1195

#5 among attractions in Oamaru

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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony (address: 2 Waterfront Road) is a place located in Oamaru (Canterbury region) and belongs to the category of top attraction, nature and wildlife tours, outdoor activities.

It is situated at an altitude of 43 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 45°6'37"S latitude and 170°58'48"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Quarry Siding (train, 3 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Town lookout (view point, 11 min walk), Friendly Bay (beach, 13 min walk), North Otago Art Society (monuments and statues, 17 min walk).

Coordinates: 45°6'37"S, 170°58'48"E

Address

2 Waterfront RoadOamaru 9400 New Zealand

Contact

+64 3-433 1195

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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Opera House, Steampunk HQ, St Patrick's Basilica, Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.

0.9 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Library
Opera House, Oamaru
25 min walk • The Opera House in Oamaru, New Zealand, stands as a testament to the town's rich cultural heritage and Victorian architecture. This historic building, which also houses a library, is a focal point of the Oamaru community and a beacon for the arts in the region.
0.7 miNW
Specialty museum, Museum, Entertainment
Steampunk HQ, Oamaru
18 min walk • Steampunk HQ is an intriguing museum nestled in the coastal town of Oamaru, New Zealand. This unique attraction is a celebration of the steampunk genre, which melds Victorian-era industrial steam-powered machinery with futuristic innovations as imagined by past...
1.3 miNW
Church
St Patrick's Basilica, Oamaru
34 min walk • St Patrick's Basilica stands as a beacon of faith and architectural beauty in the city of Oamaru, New Zealand. This stunning church, with its impressive stone facade and intricate Gothic Revival style, is not only a place of worship but also a testament to the...
0.8 miNW
45°6'7"S • 170°58'8"E
Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail, Oamaru
20 min walk • Hiking, Bike trail, Park
0.5 miNW
45°6'19"S • 170°58'23"E
Friendly Bay, Oamaru
13 min walk • Beach, Playground
0.8 miNW
45°6'5"S • 170°58'8"E
Forrester Gallery, Oamaru
21 min walk • Art museum, Museum, Art gallery
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The Libratory, Oamaru
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0.8 miNW
45°6'9"S • 170°58'8"E
Oasis Oamaru, Oamaru
20 min walk • Visitor center, Museum
0.7 miNW
45°6'12"S • 170°58'12"E
Grainstore Gallery, Oamaru
18 min walk • Art museum, Museum
0.9 miNW
45°5'59"S • 170°58'12"E
North Otago Museum, Oamaru
23 min walk • Specialty museum, Museum
1.3 miNW
45°5'55"S • 170°57'36"E
Oamaru Public Gardens, Oamaru
33 min walk • Garden, Playground, Park

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony?

Nearby attractions include Town lookout, Oamaru (11 min walk), Friendly Bay, Oamaru (13 min walk), North Otago Art Society, Oamaru (17 min walk), Grainstore Gallery, Oamaru (18 min walk).

How to get to Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony by public transport?

The nearest stations to Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony:

Train

Quarry Siding (3 min walk)
Harbourside (20 min walk)