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The official website of the Timaru District Tourism Agency

The South Island’s best little seaside city. Timaru offers scenic walks at Caroline Bay and along coastal tracks, charming Edwardian architecture, unique local boutiques, ancient Māori rock art and even the chance to spot the world’s smallest penguin at dusk.

Top 5 things to do

Te Ana Māori
Rock Art

Caroline Bay
& CPlay

Little Penguins

Take a
coastal walk

Shopping

Shop the
main street

Te Ana Māori Rock Art Centre

Te Ana Māori Rock Art Centre in Timaru offers an immersive cultural experience where visitors can learn about the history and significance of Māori rock art from the South Canterbury region. Through interactive exhibits and storytelling the centre gives you an insight into Māori heritage, art and traditions.

Te Ana Centre cave
Saikou
The Bay Hill Bar Restaurant
The Sea Breeze

A few highlights of Timaru

If you are looking for delicious Asian fusion cuisine don’t leave Timaru without visiting Saikou. Have a meal or drinks at the Bay Hill Bar Restaurant with views overlooking Caroline Bay.

Timaru has a range of hotels and motels on offer including Coastal Ridge Apartments and the newly renovated The Sea Breeze