Timaru Central Travel Guide
Timaru
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Popular places to visit
Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a visit to Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
South Canterbury Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at South Canterbury Museum during your trip to Timaru. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre during your trip to Timaru.
Caroline Bay Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Caroline Bay Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Timaru Port.
Ashbury Park
Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Patiti Point
Explore the great outdoors at Patiti Point, a lovely green space in Timaru.
Top hotels in Timaru Central
The Grosvenor
Starting from checking in to checking out, great hospitality!! The room was exceptionally clean and we enjoyed our stay😊
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Fort. Timaru
Very good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Panorama Motor Lodge
Nice view
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Sea Breeze
Aaron Court Motel
Easy to get to and been able to drive around, park at the property.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Parklands Motor Lodge Timaru
The room we wasn’t very clean, dust on skirting boards, hair on carpet. The bathroom floor is very old with ripped Lino, the shower looks dirty where the silicone is in the joins. Bathroom heater had no chord so wasn’t useable, fan in bathroom very noisey & it goes when light is turned on. The fan ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Timaru Central
Timaru Port
While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.
Seaview
Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Caroline Bay Beach.
Parkside
While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Patiti Point are some notable places to visit nearby.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.
West End
While West End isn't home to many top sights, Aigantighe Art Gallery and South Canterbury Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kensington
If you're spending some time in Kensington, Patiti Point and Botanical Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
