Pen-y-bryn Lodge

Oamaru, the largest town in North Otago, in the South Island of New Zealand, is the main town of the Waitaki District. It is 80 kilometres (50 mi) south of Timaru and 120 kilometres (75 mi) north of Dunedin on the Pacific coast; State Highway 1 and the railway Main South Line connect it to both cities. With a population of 14,300, Oamaru is the 28th largest urban area in New Zealand, and the third largest in Otago behind Dunedin and Queenstown. The town is the seat of Waitaki District, which includes the surrounding towns of Kurow, Weston, Palmerston, and Hampden, which combined have a population of 23,200.

Oamaru is a small town that is rich in history and culture. It is known for its stunning Victorian architecture, which is well-preserved and provides a glimpse into the town's past. The town's main street, Thames Street, is lined with beautiful buildings that have been converted into boutique shops, cafes, and galleries. You can spend hours wandering down this street, admiring the buildings and browsing through the many unique shops.

One of the main attractions in Oamaru is the Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony. This is home to the world's smallest penguins, and you can watch them as they waddle up the beach to their burrows at sunset. It is a truly magical experience that you won't want to miss.