Historic Precinct
Oamaru
Visit Historic Precinct
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
Try out interactive displays, marvel at intricate creations, get lost in a light show or just have some bizarre fun at this art gallery with a difference.
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
Delve inside the minds of a group of local artists as you explore the curiosities of this fascinating gallery, housed within a former Victorian grain store.
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.
Things to do
Oamaru: Penguins Evening Viewing Ticket
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
Very special
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2024
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 Nov 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 Feb 2025
Big space in a great location
Very tidy, everything we needed and an excellent location. Very good value for money
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025
Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.
Lovely house to stay in with all of its charm. Great to have a view as we dont have one at home. Everything went well with all the comforts for the evening.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 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 Totara Estate and Oamaru Gardens 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 Totara Estate 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 Steampunk HQ.
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 Whitestone Cheese Factory and Steampunk HQ, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
