Timaru Central Travel Guide
Timaru
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?
Top hotels in Timaru Central
The Grosvenor
"Loved my stay. Great hotel with lovely rooms."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Panorama Motor Lodge
"Check in staff very friendly and helpful. Clean and well appointed room. Free parking. Close to restaurants and beach."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
The Sea Breeze
"Great hotel, close to town and very modern."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
The Fort. Timaru
"Very good."
Reviewed on 19 Apr 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 Jun 2026
Aaron Court Motel
"Staff very helpful. Not very clean. Cooking utensils need updating/replacing. Beds comfortable and plenty of towels. Bust road but traffic noise not really a problem"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Where to stay in Timaru Central
West End
While West End isn't home to many top sights, Botanic Gardens and Aigantighe Art Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.
Washdyke
While visiting Washdyke, you might make a stop by sights like Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge and DB Brewery.
Parkside
While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Seaview
Though Seaview may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like South Canterbury Museum and Botanic Gardens.
Maori Hill
While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.
