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Family Fun
Get out and make the most of Timaru district with these family friendly activities. With playgrounds and wildlife encounters to beaches and attractions, there’s plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Tours & Experiences
Explore museums, visit high country stations, take a scenic helicopter flight or go on a guided hunting trip, there are plenty of different ways to see the region.
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Visit galleries and museums, discover ancient Māori rock art, admire vibrant street art and wander through beautiful heritage gardens.
Sports & Outdoors
You can do it all in Timaru district, from surfing to hunting game to swimming in the ocean. It's a great destination all year round.
Walk & Bike Trails
Walk and bike along our costal tracks with breathtaking views. From short walks to hikes, coastal trails to bush tracks, there’s over 30 walking & cycling trails to discover.
Top 10 Things
The Timaru district is full of fun things for the whole family. Caroline Bay, little penguins and Māori Rock Art are just some of them, here are our Top 10 Must Do’s.
ROAM
Go for a ROAM around the beautiful Central South Island lakes and visit fabulous locations like Aoraki/Mt Cook, Tekapo and Ōmārama.
Timaru Trails
Explore Timaru district’s fascinating history, art scene, food, walking & biking tracks and more with the free Timaru Trails app.
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Mundell’s Cafe
Your go-to destination for delicious food and drinks! Our fully licensed cafe offers both indoor and outdoor dining, so you can enjoy your dining experience in the sunshine or relax in our cozy indoo…
Phone: 03 693 1101
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The Record Keeper
The Record Keeper is an independent vinyl store located in one of Geraldine oldest stores is a place you can enjoy a great coffee while listening to your favourite music.
Phone: 021 634 880
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The Greedy Elephant
The Greedy Elephant Thai Cuisine and Cafe serves bold flavours with mouth-watering traditional Thai dishes. Pies, pastries, coffees and slices are also available.
Phone: 03 693 6889
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Temuka Bakery & Cafe
Delicious home style baking, amazing pies and lots of sweet and savoury treats baked fresh.
Phone: 022 675 3358
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Sweet Creations Cafe
Located on the main street of Temuka, Sweet Creations Cafe is a great stop for a coffee, lunch or homestyle sweet treat.
Phone: 03 615 7554
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Mia Flora Cafe & Garden Centre
A hidden gem on State Highway 1 at Winchester. The perfect spot for a weekend brunch, lunch or afternoon tea followed by a wander round the gardens and gift & garden store.
Phone: 03 615 6150
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Tea Pot Inn
Known as a stop by spot for many, Tea Pot Inn caters to many travellers and locals with all day breakfast meals and coffees.
Phone: 03 615 7679
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100% Homemade Cafe
Delicious home-made goodness with a full breakfast and lunch menu, plus delicious cabinet food, located in the Temuka Pottery shop.
Phone: 03 615 5500
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Berry Barn Bakery & Cafe
All the food at the Berry Barn Bakery is baked on site early each morning, making it fresh and flavourful. Great coffee, pies, bread, biscuits, slices and sandwiches.
Phone: 03 693 9900
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Geraldine Farmshop & Cafe
Locally grown fruit & veges and deli products to buy from the shop. A cafe with a full menu and freshly baked farmhouse pies. Great to take your family for an outing with a bouncy castle and socc…
Phone: 03 693 9514
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Woodbury Store Cafe
Situated in the historic Woodbury Store 10 minutes from Geraldine, the cosy and friendly cafe offers delicious, homemade food across their brunch and lunch menu and the cabinet is full of wholesome…
Phone: 03 971 6292
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The Running Duck
Experience the laid-back vibe of the kiwi bach. You’ll find great burgers, coffee and shakes, and some sweet Kiwi favourites.
Phone: 03 693 8320
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Verde
Housed in the historic telephone exchange building in the charming town of Geraldine, South Canterbury, Verde is a lively café that has been a beloved part of the community for nearly twenty years. S…
Phone: 03 693 9616
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Barker’s Foodstore & Eatery
Barker’s Foodstore & Eatery is situated in the heart of picturesque Geraldine on route to the Southern lakes. The perfect place to stop and experience hospitality the Barker’s way and view our fu…
Phone: 03 693 9727
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Velvet Blend
Come and enjoy Pleasant Points vibrant, cosy cafe full of sweet treats and flavour-bursting meals.
Phone: 027 835 8382
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Cafe at the Complex
We pride ourselves on serving great coffee, great food, and providing great service. Our cabinets are full with classic options everyone loves.
Phone: 027 397 9787
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Spuds Supreme
Gourmet-style baked potatoes packed with fresh, quality toppings.
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Sushiteria
Sushiteria Timaru is a self-serve sushi spot offering freshly made rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and authentic Japanese snacks.
Phone: 020 439 9799
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Curbside Toastie
Treat yourself to mouthwatering gourmet toasties, housemade bagels, sandwiches, coffee, shakes and cookies.
Phone: 021 198 7847
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What the Cup
Korean Barbecue in a cup! The team at What the cup deliver fast flavorsome food everytime.
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Columbus Coffee
Smooth coffee and delicious drinks as well as Columbus classics from cooked breakfasts to hearty lunches, freshly prepared by our chefs in store.
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Columbus Coffee at Mitre 10 Mega
Smooth coffee and delicious drinks as well as Columbus classics from cooked breakfasts to hearty lunches, freshly prepared by our chefs in store. Located in Mitre 10 Mega, Timaru.
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The Grindhouse Cafe
Relax and unwind from the daily grind with the some of the best coffee, food and service in town.
Phone: 0274 832 478
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Urban Cafe Soul Food
Whether you’re here for your morning pick-up, a relaxing brunch or lunch, or a sweet treat, we offer a large variety of beautiful food and beverages. Situated next to The Warehouse in Heaton Street.
Phone: 03 684 7870
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The Village Cafe
Located in the Highfield Mall, The Village Café offers a relaxing environment in which you can sit, enjoy time out or meet up with friends. It provides a delicious range of food options, savoury or s…
Phone: 03 684 5146
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Arthur St Kitchen
Arthur St Kitchen has created the perfect relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy breakfast or lunch. Seating is available either inside the café in one of the three spacious rooms, or outside in the su…
Phone: 03 688 9449
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JB’s Cafe Ballantynes Timaru
Situated upstairs in Timaru’s Ballantynes department store, JB’s Café offers a selection of freshly made scones, salads, sandwiches, muffins, and pizza followed by delicious cakes and slices.
Phone: 03 684 5089
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Coffee Culture
Our Timaru store, on the corner of Stafford and Canon Streets is a beautiful store with super friendly service, delicious food and fantastic coffee.
Phone: 03 684 8990
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Black & White Coffee Cartel
Offering a wide range of Western style cafe food, there are plenty of options available from their delicious brunch menu as well as in the cabinet.
Phone: 03 929 2964
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Sail & Anchor Bar and Cafe
The Sail & Anchor is family owned bar and cafe, proudly serving the community since opening in 1991. It’s a place where locals and visitors come together for great food, live entertainment, weekl…
Phone: 03 688 8177
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Robert Harris
Robert Harris Timaru is a popular cafe known for its delightful kitchen menu, offering all-day breakfast and lunch options with exceptional coffee.
Phone: 03 971 5557
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Phinz Vietnamese Eatery
Phinz Vietnamese Eatery offers an authentic Vietnamese and Asian cuisines in the heart of a warm & inviting atmosphere for work and social gathering with plenty of delicious dishes.
Phone: 027 688 9424
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Mrs M’s
Coffee, Breakfast and Lunch. Mrs M’s have you sorted with their freshly made meals and cabinet food. For the best coffee in town, come and see Mitch and the team!
Phone: 027 677 3667
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U-Bake
Award-winning deliciousness from your favourite Timaru bakery. Famous for their award-winning hot cross buns, donuts, and sourdough, plus a mouth-watering range of pies, cakes, slices, biscuits, brea…
Phone: 03 688 7447
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Sopheze Coffee Lounge & Catering
Renowned for its mouth-watering culinary delights, friendly staff and exceptional service. As well as ready-to-go cabinet food, you can order from the breakfast, brunch, and lunch menus. With fast se…
Phone: 03 684 9999
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Harlau House Cafe
Harlau House café serves delicious food in a beautiful country setting, all 5 minutes from town. Set amongst a stunning garden, alongside the gorgeous Interior design showroom/shop of Maree Hynes Int…
Phone: 03 683 1887
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The Shearers Quarters Cafe
The Shearers Quarters provides a fun day out for the whole family. Enjoy a meal at the cafe, play mini golf, meet the farmyard animals and explore the crazy maze.
Phone: 03 615 9043
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Old Bank Cafe & Bar
The Old Bank in the heart of Timaru provides all of your eating, drinking and entertainment needs! Serving lunch, dinner, coffee and drinks.
Phone: 03 684 4392
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The Bay Hill Bar Restaurant
Located on the bay hill overlooking Caroline Bay, sit back and relax with some good food and drink whether it be at breakfast, lunch or dinner time.
Phone: 03 688 4367
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Pier 64
Located on the Bayhill, enjoy a drink or dinner outside overlooking Caroline Bay. A fusion of traditional and contemporary cuisine, highlighting seafood. Serving morning coffees, lunch, dinner and dr…
Phone: 03 688 8550
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Evie’s Bar & Grill
Evie’s Bar & Grill offer extensive lunch and dinner menus as well as a divine range of gourmet pizzas, barista coffee, yummy deserts and scrumptious assortment of cakes and slices.
Phone: 03 688 8313
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