Location: Timaru
Top Things to do in Timaru
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Timaru (English: /ˈtɪməˌruː/; Māori: Te Tihi-o-Maru) is a port city in the southern Canterbury region of New Zealand, located 157 kilometres southwest of Christchurch and about 196 kilometres northeast of Dunedin on the eastern Pacific coast of the South Island. The Timaru urban area is home to 29,000 people, and is the largest urban area in South Canterbury, and the second largest in the Canterbury Region overall, after Christchurch. The city is the seat of the Timaru District, which includes the surrounding rural area and the towns of Geraldine, Pleasant Point and Temuka, which combined has a total population of 47,100.
Restaurants in Timaru
1. Caroline Bay Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 312 reviews
Reviewed By Ru5ko - Wagga Wagga, Australia
The old adage, you get what you pay for is true here. Tested the free camping, there is a reason it’s free! Great that the community have this facility available to tourists! No shower though and not too tidy. We also had someone try and break in at 05:30!!!
2. South Canterbury Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By 60stravellers2014 - Tauranga, New Zealand
This museum is a must to go to - it was well set out, had fabulous displays, including a plane hanging from the roof. Congratulations for a great effort. Would certainly recommend.
3. Te Ana Maori Rock Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 66 reviews
Te Ana provides personalised, authentic Maori cultural experiences based around the rock art art sites created by our ancestors. We offer guided tours of our Maori Rock Art Centre, Te Ana, and guided tours to some of the districts most stunning examples of Maori rock drawings, also known as cave art. We are a Maori owned not-for-profit organisation - 100% of the proceeds of our centre and site tours are used for the management of the rock art sites in the district. By choosing Te Ana you are helping us to protect this unique aspect of our culture for future generations. Kia ora!
Reviewed By Sharyn N - Timaru, New Zealand
This was an awesome experience particularly for our Service Users who had not been there before. The staff were very knowledgeable and catered for the various levels of understanding in the group which was very much appreciatedKai ora Sharyn, Thanks for your positive comments - we're glad the group enjoyed their trip to Te Ana and rock art activities. Amanda
4. Famlan Farm Park
Overall Ratings
5 based on 30 reviews
Famlan is an animal farm park that's an Ideal outing for Families, Schools, Preschools, groups and animal lovers of all ages. All of our animals are very friendly most will let you get in with them some will be all over you (especially if you have FOOD)
Reviewed By Thomas X
Richard is very friendly and provided some very interesting information regarding his animals. We were provided boots so we didn't get our shoes dirty. The price is the best value in our 2 weeks in NZ and we had a chance to feed and pet...MoreThank you Thomas I"m glad you enjoyed your visit, I do know that Sugarpuff and Tuffty the lambs had fun getting your family very muddy
5. Aigantighe Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Aigantighe Art Gallery is the home of art in South Canterbury. Established in 1956, its name is Scottish Gaelic for 'at home' and is pronounced 'egg and tie'. The gallery is open Tuesday to Friday 10am-4pm, weekends 12-4pm. The sculpture garden is always open. Entry is free.
Reviewed By cruzee2017 - Christchurch, New Zealand
A small art gallery with good quality exhibits in a older restored building type location .... nice grounds with sculpture (this area is always open for browsing or for sitting and relaxing.Quiet peaceful) .. can be viewed wet or fine.Nice helpful staff to assist of required.
6. Centennial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Keilisi F - Timaru, New Zealand
Just a quiet place to reflect and take in the beauty of nature. The grounds are very well kept and nicely manicured. With either small children or as I was just reflecting quietly you will totally enjoy your time.
7. Timaru Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By santo t - Auckland, New Zealand
This 153 years old botanic garden is a good place for the whole family. Related to the town size of Timaru, it is a nice pretty garden, for family gathering, strolling, exercising, you named it. Flowers beds, mature big trees, water ponds with ducks, a bit rolling ground, and one aviary corner. Robert Burns statue is welcoming visitors, Timaru is one of four places in NZ where you can find Robert Burns statues.
8. Caroline Bay Trust Aoraki Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By sherbsfamily - Timaru; New Zealand
Awesome complex. Lots of parking, cafe on site as well as gym and beauty therapy. Inside has a spa for an extra charge, sauna, lazy river, lap pool, diving boards, hydro slide, playground and various pools. Love it!
9. York Street Gallery of Fine Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 81KRollo - Timaru, New Zealand
Had a lovely visit to this gem of a gallery today and came away with two new treasures. This little locally owned gallery is tucked into a cottage down York Street in a residential area of Timaru. It houses a lovely and surprising collection of...MoreSorry Ive taken so long to reply.....lol I couldn't work out how to get in to this bit ? Thank you so very much for your awesome review☺️
10. Otipua Wetland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By alex311327 - Timaru, New Zealand
Handy walking and cycling trial and track by the ocean and Saltwater Creek. Can be done by anyone including family with young children and dogs. Cycling track is very popular. Track can be extended up to Jack point lighthouse and even further. Parking is not far away. Good in any weather. Recommended for bird watchers, dog walking or physical activity by any nature lovers. A lot of native birds to watch.
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