Historic Precinct
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 exploring the galleries in Steampunk HQ during your trip to Oamaru. Amble around the area's marina or experience its museums.
Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
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.
Grainstore Gallery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Grainstore Gallery during your travels 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.
Historic Precinct Hotel Deals
Criterion Boutique Hotel
if you love a victorian vibe place this a hotel to stay. Me and my partner really love the place and their foods are superb.
Reviewed on 24 October 2025
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Very special
Reviewed on 31 March 2024
Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.
Internet reception very poor/no instruction for tv combined with poor internet reception we were unable to view any programs
Reviewed on 24 August 2025
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
Very conveniently situated in historic precinct. Sea view. Comfortable and well-appointed. Friendly welcome. Excellent, prompt communication. Parking on site. Restful and spacious.
Reviewed on 6 November 2025
Exquisite Luxury Property with Stunning Views
Good location well stylish living
Reviewed on 21 April 2025
Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!
It was right in the town centre , with free parking , so close to everything. Great place.
Reviewed on 19 February 2025
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Other neighborhoods 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
While Holmes Hill isn't home to many top sights, Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waiareka Junction
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waiareka Junction and surrounding area, you can visit Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail.
Ardgowan
Ardgowan might not have many top sights, but Oamaru Gardens and Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Oamaru North
While Oamaru North isn't home to many top sights, Whitestone Cheese Factory and Oamaru Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.
Weston
While Weston might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.
Historic Precinct
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- Oamaru Harbour
- Steampunk HQ
- Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
- Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
- Grainstore Gallery
- St Lukes Anglican Church
- NZ Malt Whisky Company
- Woolstore Complex
- Auto Museum
- Steam Train
- Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
- Moeraki Boulders
- Riverstone Castle
- Hampden Beach
- Whitestone Cheese Factory
- Oamaru Gardens
- Oamaru Hospital
- North Otago Museum
- Janet Frame House
- Totara Estate
- Bushy Beach
- Old School Gallery
- Totara Estate
- Forrester Gallery
- National Bank
