Hidden gems - Tourist attractions in Timaru, New Zealand not to miss (Updated November, 2023)

Hidden gems: Tourist attractions in Timaru

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Timaru. This list contains 233 places from Tourist attraction category.

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Tim Wilson Gallery

Art gallery

In this specialist art gallery, paintings by Tim Wilson & others capture New Zealand's environment.

5.00 (43 reviews) (~227.86 km from centre)

Mt Sunday Swing Bridge

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Nice bridge on nice hike in stunning landscape. The bridge supports 1 person. However not very busy here normally so no traffic jams..

5.00 (25 reviews) (~51.55 km from centre)

Hokitika Scenic Tours

Tourist attraction

👍👍 I did the 2 hour tour of the Hokitika Gorge and it was lovely. The landscapes of the West Coast are something else. The plus is really being guided through the site by a local guide. Rachel (owner of Hokitika Scenic Tours) is very nice and arranging and full of informations about the region, the tre...

5.00 (23 reviews) (~140.56 km from centre)

Lake Tekapo Farm Tours

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Amazing tour, having Sam as our tour guide! He is very nice and knowledgeable, we can feel his passion and love to the nature and animals, which further influence us! The tour is more than expected, apart from visiting the stunning farm and meeting the lovely animals, we also got to know more about...

5.00 (20 reviews) (~53.28 km from centre)

Golden Sands Horse And Wagon Tours

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Amazing experience and great adventure for all, but particularly for families with small children. We enjoyed the ride, the view and the campfire. Sophie was very very nice, helpfull and explained a lot about the region.

5.00 (18 reviews) (~199.81 km from centre)

Mid Caples Hut

Mountain cabin

👍👍 Clean with flushing toilets a walk up from the hut - pretty good considering this isn’t one of the Great Walks. I was there on 2 Nov, paid $15 for one night and occupancy was only 30%. There are 2 rooms with 12 mattresses each - accommodates a total of 24. Each room also has shelves for your backpac...

5.00 (15 reviews) (~249.03 km from centre)

DTV Shredder NZ

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Great Fun, and a good way to enjoy the stunning views of Queenstown

5.00 (14 reviews) (~228.65 km from centre)

Queenstown and lake Wakatipu lookout

Tourist attraction

5.00 (14 reviews) (~220.45 km from centre)

The Seventh Generation

Tourist attraction

👍👍 What a great tour with Marie today. While all those cruise ship tourists clogged the Main Street of Akaroa we were off seeing famous Maori battle sites, learning about Mana and how the English gazumped the French . To top that we heard of Marie’s dreams of restoring the land for generations to come(...

5.00 (14 reviews) (~147.96 km from centre)

Skeleton Crew Carving Studio

Tourist attraction

👍👍 We had a very enjoyable time at the carving studio. Karen helped me choose a design ,telling me the meaning of various designs. At each step she encouraged and helped when I found it difficult due to arthritis in my hands. I now have a necklace that I love wearing and many people have commented on....

5.00 (10 reviews) (~194.39 km from centre)

Golf Federation

Indoor golf course

👍👍 Ben has a set up a world class facility, he and his team are friendly and knowledgeable - I highly recommend booking a lesson or going to try out the simulators.

5.00 (9 reviews) (~228.58 km from centre)

Queenstown

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Buzzing town on a gorgeous blue lake. Clean, save and as cosmopolitan as it gets. People from all over the world and all walks of live having a good time. What a fantastic place to be. Live is great in a place like this. Well worth the visit — unfortunately just too short. I shall be back.............

5.00 (9 reviews) (~228.5 km from centre)

Pounamu Pathway - Māwhera

Cultural center

👍👍 Took my grandson through today. Awesome experience for us both, great visual and interactive displays and we both learnt a lot. Thanks also to the welcoming and helpful staff

5.00 (9 reviews) (~169.89 km from centre)

New Zealand Moa Statue

Sculpture

👍👍 The Moa Statue is an iconic landmark of the Queenstown lakeshore. It is both a conveniently located and an easy-to-find location to meet members of your group after separating for your Queenstown adventures. Make store to spend a few minutes reading the plaque!

5.00 (8 reviews) (~228.88 km from centre)

Four Peaks High Country Track

Hiking area

👍👍 Enjoyed a lovely 3 days walking.

5.00 (7 reviews) (~20.14 km from centre)

Coopers Knob/Ōmawete Scenic Lookout

Scenic spot

5.00 (7 reviews) (~124.5 km from centre)

Bench with a great view

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Beneath a willow's tender leaves, In Dunedin, where the city breathes. A bench stands tall, where one believes, Overlooking the city and the sea it cleaves. In a green park, it finds its place, A quiet haven, a time-locked space. Gazing upon the ocean's grace, It welcomes all with warm embrace. Ca...

5.00 (6 reviews) (~217.51 km from centre)

NZ Alpine & Agriculture Encounter Methven

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Both parents and kiddies love this activity. I would totally recommend and also kids were free!

5.00 (6 reviews) (~56.15 km from centre)

Driftwood house

Tourist attraction

👍👍 Was an awesome site to see. Had to let Google know it existed.

5.00 (6 reviews) (~170.58 km from centre)

Okia Reserve

Nature preserve

5.00 (5 reviews) (~209.46 km from centre)

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Hidden gems: Tourist attractions in Timaru, New Zealand