Historic Precinct Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Oamaru with a trip to Oamaru Harbour. Amble around the area's waterfront 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
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
Learn about the local history of Oamaru with a stop at St Lukes Anglican Church. Stroll along the marina or experience the area's 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.
Our pick of the best Historic Precinct Hotel Deals
Little Sweetie in the Heart of Old Oamaru
Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025
Pen-y-bryn Lodge
Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2024
Comfortable family home with beautiful wild gardens to enjoy.
Cozy 2 Bedrooms Lavender Garden House at Oamaru, sweet as home!
Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025
Exquisite Luxury Property with Stunning Views
Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025
Oamaru Accommodation - Cozy On Till
Reviewed on 28 Feb. 2025
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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 Oamaru Gardens and Steampunk HQ.
Oamaru North
Oamaru North might not have many top sights, but Whitestone Cheese Factory and Oamaru Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Weston
When in Weston, you can plan a visit to Steampunk HQ and Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Steampunk HQ
- Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct
- Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail
- Grainstore Gallery
- St Lukes Anglican Church
- Woolstore Complex
- NZ Malt Whisky Company
- Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony
- Moeraki Boulders
- Hampden Beach
- Oamaru Gardens
- Whitestone Cheese Factory
- North Otago Museum
- Janet Frame House
- Bushy Beach
- Oamaru Hospital
- Forrester Gallery
- National Bank