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Caroline Bay Association
4.7
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South Canterbury Outstanding Food Festival
3.6
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Caroline Bay Trust Aoraki Centre
2.7
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Movie Max Digital
2.6
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Timaru, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Timaru dishes and foodie spots.
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Tandoori King Indian Restaurant
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Southeast Asian cuisine
Avg. JPY1,572/person
Koji Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar
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Japanese cuisine
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The Village Cafe - Highfield Timaru
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Coffee shop
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Timaru Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Serene Drives in the South Island: From Timaru to Invercargill
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New Zealand South Island road trip｜Lake Tekapo 2
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Mountains, lakes, and endless scenic drives🏞
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New Zealand South Island Road Trip - Day 6: Tasman Glacier - Lake Tekapo - Timaru
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The Canola Flower Sea in New Zealand is as beautiful as a painting
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Harbour Light & Southern Layers
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New Zealand Attraction Recommendation—Timaru Caroline Bay
歐郎瑞旅遊日記
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Unpopular New Zealand Destination — Timaru City｜The Leisurely Rhythm of a Harbor Town
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Best of Timaru
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The Church of the Good Shepherd
4.8/5460 Review
Tekapo Springs
4.5/568 Review
Steampunk HQ
4.4/528 Review
Mt Cook Alpine Salmon Shop
4.9/513 Review
Mount Cook Helicopter Experiences
4.2/545 Review
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Popular Types of Attractions in Timaru
Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Beaches and shores | Sightseeing tours | Night view | Boat tour | Historical attractions | Cultural institutions | Themed exhibition halls | Museums | Outdoor activities | Mountain climbing | Hiking | Cycling | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Exhibitions & events
Popular Attractions in Timaru
Marchwiel Park | Te Ana Maori Rock Art Centre | South Beach Coastal Track | Sacred Heart Basilica | Lough Park | Alexandra Square | St Mary's Anglican Church | Botanic Gardens Aviary | Trevor Griffiths Rose Garden | Barry Butler Table Tennis Stadium | Gleniti Baptist Church | Timaru Presbyterian Parish - Trinity Church
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Popular Restaurants in Timaru
Tandoori King Indian Restaurant | Copper Cafe | Coffee Culture Timaru | Benny's Again Restaurant | Old Bank Cafe & bar | BurgerFuel Timaru | Koji Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar | The Bay Hill Bar Restaurant | The Village Cafe - Highfield Timaru | TGB Bar & Restaurant | Saikou Teppanyaki & Whisky Bar | Royal Garden Chinese Restaurant | Arthur St Kitchen | Vip's MiniMart | Sukhothai Thai Restaurant & Bar | Urban Cafe Soul Food, Timaru | Hassall Street Takeaways | The Bread Basket | Sopheze | Mac's Fish | The Station Cafe | Street Food Kitchen | Little India Timaru | Speight's Ale House Timaru | Bullock Restaurant & Bar | Ascot Sportshouse & Eatery | Timaru Roast | Columbus Coffee | Mocca Cafe & Roastery | KFC Timaru
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Popular Trip Moments
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More Things To Do in Timaru
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