Title: Visit Holmes Hill: Best of Holmes Hill, Oamaru Travel 2025 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Holmes Hill](https://expedia.ca/Holmes-Hill-Oamaru-Hotels.0-n693174145776189440-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Things to do in Oamaru](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Oamaru.d9135.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Holmes Hill Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Holmes-Hill.d693174145776189440.Car-Rental-Guide)[Holmes Hill Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Holmes-Hill.d693174145776189440.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Holmes Hill ## Oamaru ## Visit Holmes Hill Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Oamaru travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru.dx9135) * * * ### Popular places to visit ![Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8cf6f905c26d29a1475f0c798caf326b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Blue-Penguin-Colony-South-Hill.d6112990.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oamaru which includes outdoor art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182342-Steampunk-Hq.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Steampunk HQ 4/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Steampunk-HQ-Historic-Precinct.d553248621526965317.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oamaru featuring rocky coastline, a bay or harbour and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182335-Oamaru-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Harbour 4/5(1 review) Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Harbour-South-Hill.d553248635149721057.Vacation-Attraction) ![Oamaru which includes street scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/181000/181509-Oamaru.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct 5/5(1 review) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct during your trip to Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Oamaru-Victorian-Heritage-Precinct-South-Hill.d553248635754738632.Vacation-Attraction) ![Grainstore Gallery](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182109-Grainstore-Gallery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Grainstore-Gallery-South-Hill.d6293808.Vacation-Attraction) ![Forrester Gallery](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182036-Forrester-Gallery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Forrester Gallery In Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct is a magnificent historical building that houses a highly regarded art gallery where you will find eclectic exhibitions and exciting events. [](https://expedia.ca/Forrester-Gallery-Oamaru.d6112982.Vacation-Attraction) * * * ## Holmes Hill Hotel Deals ![Pen-y-bryn Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4480000/4478700/4478647/4ff69747_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pen-y-bryn Lodge 41 Towey Street, Oamaru CA $488 CA $567 total Oct 6 - Oct 7 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 5-star luxury lodge in Oamaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail ... 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