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The official website of the Timaru District Tourism Agency
Destinations
Destinations
Timaru City
Geraldine
Temuka
Pleasant Point
Peel Forest & Mesopotamia
See & Do
See & Do
Top 10 Things
The Timaru district is full of fun things for the whole family. Caroline Bay, little penguins and Māori Rock Art are just some of them, here are our Top 10 Must Do’s.
Family Fun
Get out and make the most of Timaru district with these family friendly activities. With playgrounds and wildlife encounters to beaches and attractions, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Tours & Experiences
Explore museums, visit high country stations, take a scenic helicopter flight or go on a guided hunting trip, there are plenty of different ways to see the region.
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Visit galleries and museums, discover ancient Māori rock art, admire vibrant street art and wander through beautiful heritage gardens.
Sports & Outdoors
You can do it all in Timaru district, from surfing to hunting game to swimming in the ocean. It's a great destination all year round.
Walk & Bike Trails
Walk and bike along our costal tracks with breathtaking views. From short walks to hikes, coastal trails to bush tracks, there’s over 30 walking & cycling trails to discover.
ROAM
Go for a ROAM around the beautiful Central South Island lakes and visit fabulous locations like Aoraki/Mt Cook, Tekapo and Ōmārama.
Timaru Trails
Explore Timaru district’s fascinating history, art scene, food, walking & biking tracks and more with the free Timaru Trails app.
Eat & Drink
Eat & Drink
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Restaurants
Bars & Breweries
Artisian Creators & Markets
SCOFF
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Trip
Accommodation
Motels, Hotels and Motorlodges
Boutique and B&B
Holiday Parks and camping
Itineraries & Inspo
Cruise in Timaru
Tours for cruise passengers
Things to see and do
Services
Cruise schedule
Cruise FAQ's for passengers
Information Centres
Seasonal Guides
Getting here and getting around
Tiaki Promise
Maps, Guides and Brochures
Events
Events
Events Calendar
Key & Featured Events
Business Events
How to list an event
Timaru CBD Matariki Night Market
The Timaru CBD Matariki Night Market sees Timaru’s main street transformed into a celebration for this special time in the Māori calendar.
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July
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