Oamaru Travel Guide
New Zealand
Oamaru is a small town in New Zealand with a population of about 13,000. It sits on the South Island’s east coast and is served by Oamaru Airport, making the airport the local point of arrival for air travellers.
The nearby coastline gives visitors a choice of beaches within 40 kilometres. Bushy Beach is 18.8 kilometres from Oamaru, while Te Hakapureirei Beach is 33.3 kilometres away.
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Population
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Pays in NZD
Plug type Type I (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 111
Dial code +64
Tipping: Tipping is not customary in New Zealand, and service staff are generally paid a living wage. It is not expected, but a small gesture for exceptional service is always appreciated.
Best time to visit Oamaru
Jan
19°10Feb
20°7Mar
18°13Apr
16°10May
13°10Jun
10°12Jul
10°7Aug
11°6Sep
15°11Oct
16°11Nov
17°10Dec
19°17Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Beaches near Oamaru
Bushy Beach
18.8 km away
Te Hakapureirei Beach
33.3 km away
Things to do in Oamaru
Riverstone Castle
castle
1.8 km
Getting there
Oamaru Airport · 0 km
Frequently asked Questions
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