City: Tasmania
Top Things to do in Tasmania
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Tasmania, Australia
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. Cape Raoul
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By honestlyspoken14 - Perth, Australia
Enjoyable hike not too challenging. Young and fairly fit we managed to finish in 4 hours took just under two hours each way. It is probably one of the most clear paths I’ve hiked across aus and you are easily able to see the way, there’s no markers along the way so you don’t know how far you’ve come except at the first 1.5km mark and the last few hundred. It’s a very clear path there is no climbing over rocks or scaling sections it’s a pretty easy walk for an inexperienced hiker. Starts off with a reasonable ascent for the first 1.5km to the first lookout, this is a decent view so you could finish here. Continues pretty flat and then you go downhill for 3km there is a number of steps in this section and our return trip was slow through here. Then flattens out again and is largely flat until a small incline in the end. We were lucky with a cool clear day there’s large section of covered walk for about 4km then the final section is exposed. The view was beautiful and you can see lots of seals from the seal lookout!
2. Mt Amos Climb
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By Peter_Clare_50
This is more than a walk as there is a lot of rock scrambling. Please make to not do if wet or there has been recent rain as it will be very sloppy in parts. Also make sure you have good hiking shoes and we also found hiking poles and gloves useful. The 3km return trip can take 4 hours but it is worth it - the views are spectacular. A great memory, a must for anyone who likes a bit of adventure.
3. Port Arthur Historic Site
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4.5 based on 4,721 reviews
The Port Arthur Historic Site is the best-preserved convict settlement in Australia and among the most significant convict era sites in the world. It has won many awards and has been called one of Australia's great tourism destinations. The Site combines rich history and scenic beauty to tell the stories of the harsh discipline and determined industry of the settlement. It is a place to discover Australian history and connect with the origins of Australian culture.
Reviewed By 646dianneh
This is one place if your a visitor you must make a day for to explore & learn about the History of Port Arthur.The staff are friendly & very helpful & will answer any questions you may have.The grounds are kept beautiful.The guides are very informative.It's an eye opener as to what went on here & to learn about the Convict's & how they lived all those years ago.It's amazing History of the buildings that remain & how they were used.The Boat ride is lovely & relaxing.If you can do the Night Ghost Tour as it's excellent as well.The Memorial Garden at the Broad Arrow Cafe sight is deeply moving to those who passed that tragic day.
4. Ross Bridge
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4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By Whitehavengirl43 - Sydney, Australia
This 1830's convict built bridge is a beautiful example of the convict stonemason's art. It was chiselled out by hand by British convicts transported from Britain. It is so strong it is still in use today
5. Richmond Bridge
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4.5 based on 1,289 reviews
Reviewed By lisasC4142MI - Geelong, Australia
Absolutely beautiful town, parks, gardens, trees (duck - lots of ducks). Bridge lends itself to some stunning photo opportunities & the shops are all worth a visit.
6. Richmond Gaol
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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.
7. The Wall in the Wilderness
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4.5 based on 1,269 reviews
One man's amazing tribute, carved entirely from Huon Pine timber, to the history of Tasmania.
Reviewed By williamkL1373LW
You won’t see anything like this in Australia or possibly the world. A must for any visitor, artist, sculptor, tourist or Australian to see. A very finely beautifully sculpted wall of Huon pine by the extremely talented artist and sculptor Greg Duncan. Many amazing stories told in beautifully sculpted Huon pine timber. This is a wonderful family owned business and unique tourist attraction that is very deserving of a visit when heading to the West Coast of Tasmania. Well done to Greg Duncan and his family for all the long hours and hard work undertaken to create such a magnificent, unique tourist attraction for Tasmania and Australia. We look forward to our next visit to view the additional sculpted work that will be completed on the wall.
8. Hobart Convict Penitentiary
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4.5 based on 1,235 reviews
Hear incredible tales of crime and punishment as you are led through the courts and tunnels to the chapel, cells and gallows of this internationally-significant convict site, owned and operated by the National Trust. Join us for Pandemonium - The Convict Experience 7 days a week, and for our Ghost Tours Thursday - Saturday. Please note that access to the site is by guided entry only. Please check our booking website for up to date information.
Reviewed By 689robynm
Fantastic, informative, intriguing ghost tour of Hobart’s convict penitentiary. Mark, our guide, and his assistant Stacy, took us on a two hour tour of this fascinating piece of Tasmania’s history. Highly recommended
9. The Neck
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 582 reviews
Reviewed By D6998BVemilyw - Tamworth, Australia
We climbed this twice during our stay. First when we arrived in the early morning and second time that night to see the southern lights. We did see the lights but it wasn’t a dazzling show. More a pulsating black and white show in the south. Great place to see the stars and excellent view of Milky Way. Penguins make their burrows here and if you come at night with a red light ( or red cellophane over your torch) you cdd as n see the penguins coming home. A must do.
10. Bicheno Blowhole
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 869 reviews
Reviewed By cboswell35 - Sydney, Australia
Best to arrive in the afternoon, when high tide is in and the swell is big, as you wlll get the best photos. You will need to wait to get the great picture , and have your camera ready and keep it ready as you need to get the picture.
