Historic Precinct Travel Guide
Oamaru
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Popular places to visit
Oamaru Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront or experience its museums.
Steampunk HQ
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Steampunk HQ during your travels in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.
Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct in Oamaru. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's museums.
Grainstore Gallery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Grainstore Gallery in Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.
St Lukes Anglican Church
St Lukes Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Oamaru, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.
Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
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.
Top hotels in Historic Precinct
Criterion Boutique Hotel
Although the rooms are small. The bed was comfortable and fresh. The kitchen and bathroom could be cleaner but were still satifactory
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
I had a wonderful stay at Pen-y-bryn Lodge. The property is a beautiful historic building with a peaceful atmosphere, and the room was spacious, spotless, and full of character. The hosts were extremely friendly and welcoming, making the stay feel warm and personal. Overall, a fantastic experience ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Oamaru Holiday Homes 28 Ure Street
The Nest on Till
Penguin Retreat
Brydone Hotel Oamaru
couldn't fault the stay.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Precinct
South Hill
If you're spending some time in South Hill, Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct are top sights worth seeing.
Holmes Hill
Holmes Hill might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Waiareka Junction
While there might not be top attractions in Waiareka Junction, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.
Ardgowan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ardgowan and surrounding area, you can visit Whitestone Cheese Factory and Oamaru Gardens.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Oamaru Gardens and Whitestone Cheese Factory, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
