Timaru Central Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Timaru Central

Popular places to visit

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

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.

Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden

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.

South Canterbury Museum

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.

Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre

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.

Caroline Bay Beach

Timaru Public Hospital

If Timaru Public Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Timaru.

Timaru Public Hospital

Ashbury Park

Explore the great outdoors at Ashbury Park, a lovely green space in Timaru.

Ashbury Park

Our pick of the best Timaru Central Hotel Deals

The Grosvenor

The Grosvenor

3 out of 5
26 Cains Terrace, Timaru
The price is AU$133 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$133
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (790 reviews)
"Character hotel with a fantastic old style elevator"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

The Grosvenor
The Fort. Timaru

The Fort. Timaru

3 out of 5
66 Stafford St, Timaru, Canterbury
Stay at this 3-star guesthouse in Timaru. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre and South Canterbury ...
7.6/10 Good! (6 reviews)
"Our room was nice and tidy and modern. Kitchen area had everything you needed, a nice kitchen. It had hot drinks, cereal and toast provided. I'm Gluten Free (Coeliac) so didn't have any breakfast but my Husband did. The place is modern, a bit expensive though with shared bathrooms etc Only one thing ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

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The Fort. Timaru
Panorama Motor Lodge

Panorama Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
52 The Bay Hill, Timaru
The price is AU$184 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$184
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Caroline ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (109 reviews)
"Highly recommend staying here, Gorgeous views, spacious rooms, everything you need. will definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025

Panorama Motor Lodge
Aspen on King Motel

Aspen on King Motel

4.5 out of 5
51 King Street, Timaru
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$142 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$142
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Botanical Gardens and Patiti ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (528 reviews)
"Very clean, comfy bed, lovely warm unit, 7min walk to the hospital. Perfect wee kitchenette that had everything i needed to prepare my meals. My only gripe would be the lack of secure window ventilation latches. I love to air out my room securely whilst im out. Easy fix tho. I will definitely be ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Aspen on King Motel
Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge

2.5 out of 5
10 Wai-Iti Rd, Maori Hill, Timaru
The price is AU$184 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$184
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden and Aigantighe Art Gallery ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
"The Bay Viaduct is in a great location for a stay in Timaru - close to Caroline Bay and the main shopping street. The bed was very comfortable and the room was large and had all the facilities we needed. The spa bath was lovely but did take a long time to fill. Even though we were close to the main ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge
Harbour View Motel

Harbour View Motel

2.5 out of 5
8 Evans Street, Maori Hill, Timaru, SOUTH ISLAND
The price is AU$170 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$170
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Timaru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (104 reviews)
"Good location near restaurants and a park. Even if near the main road, surprisingly very quiet at night!"

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Harbour View Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Timaru Central

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Timaru Port

While visiting Timaru Port, you might make a stop by sights like Caroline Bay Beach and Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden.

Timaru Port
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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.

Seaview
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Parkside

While Parkside isn't home to many top sights, South Canterbury Museum and Botanical Gardens are some notable places to visit nearby.

Parkside
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Maori Hill

While visiting Maori Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Ashbury Park and Caroline Bay Beach.

Maori Hill
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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.

West End
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Kensington

If you're spending some time in Kensington, Botanical Gardens and Patiti Point are top sights worth seeing.

Kensington

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