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- Diane CLincoln, UK267 contributionsVery interesting boulders. Unusual spherical boulders embedded on the beach and some can be seen in the sandy cliff behind. Great photos, took some in fog but then the sun came out! Good café with toilets, information and good gift shop. Worth a visit.Written 18 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elida FCairns, Australia44 contributionsLoved the Victorian precinct! Lots of cool quirky shops to browse, the street art is cool and there’s lots to look at.
Make sure you check out the cool playground, especially if you have kids!
It’s steampunk-tastic!Written 30 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - DRKapp44 contributionsWe went on this ride and it was outstanding.
We traveled with 8 friends and it was really great to share
We did it with a company that has been bought out. But everyone we spoke to said that it didn’t matter because they are all pretty good.
Make sure if you’re hiring bikes they are reasonably powered as you don’t want to run out on some of the tough hill.
Also make sure you have spare tires as getting a flat is a big possibility.Written 14 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SD2606Christchurch, New Zealand2,440 contributionsThey have created a lovely Public Garden here in Oamaru.

Lots of difference sections of flower beds, a children’s playground, a rotunda, an aviary, a fountain and lots of park benches to sit and enjoy the views.
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Great place to wonder and relax.Written 19 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Naina-DamaniLondon, UK990 contributionsBushy Beach is a perfect place to admire the scenery and the playful seals and even native wildlife.Written 9 January 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Rachael B1,890 contributionsMy husband is a bourbon and whisky lover so of course we had to stop here. I did not taste since I am not a fan but enjoyed watching him try all of them and enjoyed talking with the bartender (is this what you call them?). Staff very friendly. My husband really liked the Dunedin Doublewood so we took a bottle back to the states with us.Written 20 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PETER RChristchurch, New Zealand21 contributionsWhat an experience.
The Artist Donna was as delightful and passionate as her paintings and Artistic creations.
I immersed myself in the glorious surroundings of her passion.
An hour was not long enough.
Thank you Donna.
You are an INSPIRATIONWritten 31 January 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SD2606Christchurch, New Zealand2,440 contributionsOur girls aged 3 and 5 loved this playground. It was well maintained, safe, clean, tidy and had toilets onsite. Which were also very clean and nice.
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It had a nice selection of playground items to suit most ages.
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Parking on the road. 

Ice cream truck nearby.
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Has the option of a play on the beach as well.
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Highly recommend.Written 19 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SD2606Christchurch, New Zealand2,440 contributionsWe were here for a week after Boxing Day and spent each day down at the harbour. The kids swam at the beach which was clean and well maintained. We walked out along the pier to enjoy the views. Witnessed a few seals on the rocks.
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Ice cream truck nearby.
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Pub and shopping nearby.Written 19 February 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - KiwiseleyAuckland Central, New Zealand442 contributionsNot sure if it has moved but we visited a building in Harbour Street. The staff were very helpful and the movie giving the history of Oamaru was an oldie but goodie.
If you want you can try to mount a penny farthing bicycle, play skittles etc Once finished viewing, pay what you think it's worth.Written 21 May 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - EllenLovesHawaiiHonolulu Hawaii21 contributionsGreat selection of foods, both raw and prepared. It has a nice atmosphere We loaded up on fresh products.Written 27 December 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GMdoc529003Murwillumbah, Australia43 contributionsas much a museum as a bookstore, if you are interested in antarctic exploration this is a must, the books and equipment on display are amazingWritten 17 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EricaY01Christchurch, New Zealand11 contributionsLots of gorgeous art, funky jewellery and other cool bits and pieces. A great wee place to find something a bit different.Written 27 October 2015This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Grant NHastings, New Zealand1,507 contributionsStopped in while wandering around the precinct - nice clean and spacious areas - bit of a climb to the upper floor - but worth a look. Some items were interesting to me - a lot weren't but there was plenty to meet most tastes. Worth a lookWritten 21 April 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Linda WOamaru, New Zealand23 contributionsA spacious well lit area to display Craft and Art, could display a lot more Art, textiles, Sculpture so heaps of scope for new creators to come.Written 30 August 2018This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.