Air

Richard Pearse Airport is located to the north of the town. It is equipped to handle light aircraft and short haul domestic flights, with regular services to Wellington.

Road

Timaru is located on State Highway One, the main road route down the eastern coast of the South Island. There are regular coach and minibus services to Christchurch, Dunedin and other major cities.

Sacred Heart Basilica

This beautiful neoclassical church impresses with multiple domes, Ionian columns and richly coloured stained glass. There's an Art Nouveau feel to the plasterwork, inside the church which includes intertwined floral and sacred heart motifs.

Aigantighe Art Gallery

One of the South Island’s largest public galleries, this 1908 mansion houses an important collection of New Zealand, Pacific and European art from the past four centuries. Local luminaries featured include Frances Hodgkins, Colin McCahon and Ralph Hotere. The gallery’s Gaelic name means ‘at home’ and is pronounced ‘egg-and-tie’. You can also explore the sculpture garden outside the gallery.

South Canterbury Museum

Historical and natural artefacts of the region are displayed here. Highlights include the Maori section and a replica of the aeroplane designed and flown by local pioneer aviator and inventor Richard Pearse. It's speculated that his mildly successful attempts at manned flight came before the Wright brothers' famous achievement in 1903.

Petite Wine and Dine

The coolest spot in town is concealed in an arcade showcasing Timaru's most funky and interesting shopping. Look forward to cannily mixed cocktails and a stellar array of local and international beers.

Acquisitions - Timaru

This is an one stop gift shop for everyone. Acquisitions is a leading retailer of desirable and exciting homewares and gift items with stores New Zealand wide.

Camerons

This clothing stores have been offering people in the region with top quality New Zealand and imported label clothing.

Little India

68 The Bay Hill, Timaru 7910, New Zealand
Cuisines: Indian

Punjab Indian Tandoori Restaurant

44 Stafford Street, Timaru, New Zealand
Cuisines: Indian

Tandoori King Indian Restaurant

88A Evans Street , Timaru, South Canterbury, New Zealand
Cuisines: Indian