Situated between Christchurch and Dunedin, Timaru is a port city located on the eastern coast of New Zealand’s Island. Being the second urban area in Canterbury Region, it is a popular tourist attraction punctuated with boutique cafes, restaurants, local brewery and is thriving with a distinctive arts and culture community.
Experience unique artistic expression at Aigantighe Art Gallery for a prominent collection of timeless NZ and European art. The South Canterbury Museum also houses local historic and natural artefacts with distinctive displays of Māori culture, full scale model of ship and a replica aeroplane. For more artistic endeavours, take the opportunity and gaze upon ancient Maori art paintings at Te Ana Maori Rock Art Site with a guided tour into Maori history.
Be in serenity at Caroline Bay Park exhibiting a playground, skate park, food kiosk, minigolf, an Edwardian-style garden under Bay Hill cliff and the Trevor Girffiths Rose Garden. This would be the perfect place for a picnic and to observe friendly wildlife. Take in the kaleidoscope of colours at Timaru Botanic Gardens displaying rhododendrons, roses and playground. Otherwise, simply go for a stroll along Fraser Street, South Beach Point Coast and admire the scenic environment.
Jump into one of New Zealand’s iconic beer brand at DB Draught Brewery and get a tour into the brewing process and a chance to sample beers. Timaru is the ideal retreat from the bustling city, allowing you to embrace the chic beauty of a seaside town.
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