City: Tasmania
Top Things to do in Tasmania
10 Specialty Museums in Tasmania That You Shouldn't Miss
Tasmania (/tæzˈmeɪniə/; abbreviated as Tas and known colloquially as Tassie) is an island state of Australia. It is located 240 km (150 mi) to the south of the Australian mainland, separated by the Bass Strait. The state encompasses the main island of Tasmania, the 26th-largest island in the world, and the surrounding 334 islands. The state has a population of around 519,100 as of June 2016, just over forty percent of which resides in the Greater Hobart precinct, which forms the metropolitan area of the state capital and largest city, Hobart.
Restaurants in Tasmania
1. Waddamana Power Station Heritage Site
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By BeamMeUp_Melb - Melbourne, Australia
If you have an interest in heritage, hydro, power generation or just engineering in general this is a great place to visit. Super interesting very well maintained and restored. A real credit to Tasmania to have this historical site and the quality level it’s been restored to. It’s free to visit and the on site guide very informative, you then can self tour and walk around all the old generators, alternators, exciters and turbines. There’s also an interesting display of early electrical appliances. It’s a bit of a drive in on unsealed roads but they are well maintained and quite suitable for a standard or small road car.
2. St Marys Cranks and Tinkerers
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Museum of interesting things.m - ‘I tinker, therefore I am.’ (Henry Hoke) This quirky museum, operated by the banjo-playing and encyclopaedic Ian Summers, features train and mining memorabilia, vintage cameras, model ships, matchbox cars, kitchenalia, local history photographs, and much more!
Reviewed By O5071CUpeters
Wow! Cranks & Tinkerers is truly a special place - a collectors dream. Ian is a wonderful personality and a very talented collector and restorer of a huge range of memorabilia from early cameras, vinyl records, cinema projectors, vintage model planes, cars & boats, etc. Ask him to play one of the old organs or his banjo- a very special experience.
3. Bruny Island History Room
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6 reviews
4. Richmond Gaol
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 625 reviews
Richmond Gaol is the oldest fully intact convict Gaol in Australia. It was built 5 years before Port Arthur. It is rare in that it housed both male and female convicts. The cost is $10 per adult $5 per child and $25 per family. Discount for group bookings on request. Ph03 62602127
Reviewed By PinkKitty85 - Finley, Australia
At $10 each for adults for this self guided tour, this was an enjoyable and innovative trip. You can stay for a little or as long as you like. Information about the prison is displayed on boards throughout the prison. It’s a small but interesting place to visit.
5. MARITIME MUSEUM OF TASMANIA
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 443 reviews
Explore Tasmania's rich maritime heritage in this unique collection of ship models, shipwreck artefacts, paintings and photographs. Browse our nautical themed gift shop and maritime bookshop. The Maritime Museum is Tasmania's largest museum devoted totally to Tasmania's connection with our seafaring past. It is a non-for-profit volunteer-led museum that has been operating for nearly 50 years.
Reviewed By LMBBC - Daylesford, Australia
We really enjoyed this museum. Great exhibits, good historical information and lovely staff/volunteers. Highly recommend.
6. Franklin House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By andream0402 - Melbourne, Australia
Franklin house probably doesn’t get as many visitors as it deserves as it’s a little way out of the town centre. There was a bus stop right out the front though . Well run by lovely volunteers it has some very interesting pieces and a beautiful garden. Just $10 to enter and free for National Trust members. Andrew met us in the hallway and gave us an insight into the history of the house then we walked around ourselves. There are information boards everywhere. A hidden gem.
7. Don River Railway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By 599vanessaa - Tasmania, Australia
We have to boys that just love trains and the were in heaven. They loved the small train set that worked and being able to actually hope on the trains was great. The train ride was the best part tho
8. Copping Convict and Colonial Collection
9. City Park Radio Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By cecilyw2017
Step back in time and see the vintage radios of yesteryear. The enthusiastic volunteer manning the museum is infectious with his knowledge and makes this a fun place to explore. Go and visit.
10. Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition and Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 84 reviews
If you're the type of traveller that wants to connect with a place and its people and you enjoy a nostalgic journey through time, then the Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition & Visitor Information Centre is a must-see on your visit to Tasmania. The Wonders of Wynyard is home to the world-class Ransley Veteran Car Collection with over 14 vehicles including the equal oldest Ford in the world - the 1903 Model A. The collection has been lovingly restored and is an outstanding showcase of Australian motoring history. Visitors to the Wonders of Wynyard can also immerse themselves in local heritage, including stories detailing the maritime history and unique geographical landmarks of the region. The Wonders of Wynyard's art gallery exhibits local creative works including paintings, sculptures, photographs and textiles -the perfect place to purchase a special memento of your holiday. Our retail area is stocked with local Tasmanian books, produce and souvenirs to remind you of your fantastic trip.
Reviewed By DeniseLock - Melbourne, Australia
Amazing place in the back of the information centre there is the best collection of old cars in Australia including one if inky 2 Model A Ford cars. I am not a car enthusiast but to see how these cars evolved and the luxury of some of them is amazing. The owner has spent so many years restoring these beautiful cars it is amazing and well worth a visit. The fact they can and are still driven is amazing. Go and enjoy also see the old bicycles including a penny farthing and old motor bike There’s an interesting exhibition of local goods for sale as well in the information centre Free parking available Enjoy your visit
