Timaru Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Timaru Central
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.
Botanic Gardens
You can find out about the history of Timaru with a trip to Botanic Gardens. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its bars.
Dashing Rocks Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dashing Rocks Beach during your trip to Timaru?
Our pick of the best Timaru Central Hotel Deals
The Grosvenor
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
The Sea Breeze
"Great spot to stay while in Timaru"
Reviewed on 18 June 2026
Panorama Motor Lodge
"Good kitchen and spacious living room and bedroom. Disappointed to had thought the spa bath was in the room"
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
The Fort. Timaru
"Very good."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
‘Jupiter’ Bayview Escape Apartment
"The host was very friendly and accommodating! The location was great and the home very comfortable."
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Anchor Motel
"Whole house. Very old house which was actually quite an experience..pull chord for lights and shower over claw foot bath, took me back to my 20's.. 1 full length mirror somewhere, would be great!! But iron and board were very helpful! Needs some work on both bathrooms! Extractor fan in kitchen VERY ..."
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Timaru Central
Washdyke
While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like DB Brewery and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Aigantighe Art Gallery and Ashbury Park.
West End
While West End isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and South Canterbury Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Waimataitai
While visiting Waimataitai, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Dashing Rocks Beach.
Highfield
While Highfield isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and Ashbury Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
