City: Tasmania
Top Things to do in Tasmania
What to do and see in Tasmania, Australia: The Best Art Museums
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. Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 1,394 reviews
Art that inspires you. Cultures that connect you. Stories that move you. The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery is a Tasmanian Government organisation. Entry to TMAG remains free, however bookings are now required.
Reviewed By W2667FNkarenb
Well worth a visit - just wished we'd had a bit more time as there was so much to see. The highlight was definitely The Thylacine Gallery on Level 1 - which contained some bones and fabulous old film of the now extinct Tasmanian Tiger. Also lots of interesting exhibits of Tasmanian Aboriginal culture.
2. Queen Victoria Museum & Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 708 reviews
Welcome to Australia’s largest regional museum The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG) has enjoyed a long and proud tradition having celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2011. Today it has two key Launceston sites: the 19th century railway workshop at Inveresk which houses the natural science and history collections; and its 1891 Royal Park building on Wellington Street which was officially opened to the public as a dedicated Art Gallery last year. At Inveresk you’ll find our extensive permanent exhibitions Tasmanian onnections, Transforming the Island, hands-on science in the Phenomena Factory, Replay>> Sporting Life in Tasmania and the Heritage Trail. In addition there are a range of special exhibitions and our regular facilities including the Museum Shop, auditorium and café. As if Inveresk is not enough, there is even more at Royal Park. Make sure you visit both sites to really experience all that QVMAG has ‘On show’.
Reviewed By Archaeobuff - Sydney, Australia
The highlight of this museum was the colourful and fascinating Chinese temple - brought together by a Chinese Australian from various Tasmanian mining sites. The bird landscapes were also very good. This place is well worth a visit.
3. Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts
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4.5 based on 27 reviews
4. MARITIME MUSEUM OF TASMANIA
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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.
5. Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum
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4.5 based on 67 reviews
The Folk Museum was opened as the Family & Commercial Inn in 1863. Today it reflects the life of the country publican and his family. Also housed in extensive gardens is the Pioneer Walk, where you can view reproduction and reclaimed heritage buildings showcasing the lives, tools and farming equipment of early settlers.
Reviewed By Dorwie
What a great place, the infocentre has the silk museum and the old museum attached, $8.00 for a senior to see all, this is excellent and a credit to all of the community.
6. Lady Franklin Gallery
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By PeterV5737 - Greater Hobart, Australia
Wonderful spot to pop into either during the week or especially on a Sunday when the doors to the hall are open for an exhibition. Originally built by Lady Jane Franklin in 1842 to bring some culture and civility to the area. The name Acanthe stands for 'blooming valley' and she had it erected as a classic temple form. You can drive there as there is parking spots (out the front, next to the public toilets or anywhere along the street) or you can catch a bus as there is a bus stop at the entrance. The public toilets have been built only recently so are quite new and clean. There are a couple of seating benches on the land around the hall and the walking track leads all the way to the top of Lenah Valley road which is good for exercise and walking your dog. The public space around the hall also makes a nice little spot to have a picnic. The hall itself is rather small but makes up for it with charm and ambience.
7. Cradle Mountain Wilderness Gallery
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
The Cradle Mountain Wilderness Gallery is an immersive 12-room gallery on the fringe of the UNESCO Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. Including exhibitions, a kids room, displays, film and large art installations, and extensive gift shop. It is not to be missed during a visit to Tasmania's spectacular Cradle Mountain region.
Reviewed By amitv1111 - Sydney, Australia
Some of the exhibits surprised us. We did not know there was a Tasmanian tiger exhibit and much more. Pleasantly surprised. Not to be missed if you are here.
8. Museum of Old and New Art (Mona)
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4.0 based on 6,468 reviews
The Museum of Old and New Art (Mona) was built by David Walsh to house his collection of ancient, modern and contemporary art. Located on the banks of the Derwent a short ferry trip from Hobart, Mona is Australia’s largest private museum with three levels of underground galleries, which visitors explore with custom-built, handheld technology, called the O, that tells them about the artworks on display. Mona is David’s playground and experiment: we need art, he says, but for what? Mona is also home to two wineries and a brewery, several bars and restaurants, luxury accommodation pavilions, library, cemetery and tennis court. Museum entry Adult $30 / Concession $27 Under 18s free (but still need to book a ticket) Tasmanian free ($10 booking deposit, which you can get back if you show up) Grounds pass Free for everyone, but you need to book
Reviewed By 801neilp - St Kilda, Australia
Hardly worth writing more reviews on this stunning and iconic Tasmanian/Australian landmark museum that offers something unlikely to be seen in many other museums around the world. Set in an idyllic location on the shores of the Derwent River and best reached via a cruisey Mona water ferry from Brookes Street Pier on the Hobart waterfront, Mona offers something for everyone. That's not to say there won't be displays or exhibits that are to everyone's taste, but it is interesting, provocative, fun, enlightening, mesmerising - and there are surprises around every corner and over the five or so levels......... most of them underground. Start with a Tassie wine or cocktail at the wonderful bar on the very lowest level, before meandering up, over and through the various levels until reaching the ground and daylight. The vast sandstone walls into which the museum has been cut are breathtaking - like nothing else in this country. Then there is all that is on the outdoors - fabulous and quirky exhibits, a tennis court at the entry door, Chapel, vineyard and the list goes on and on. As most of Australia has already found out - Mona is a MUST DO experience for all.
9. Makers Workshop
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4.0 based on 480 reviews
Reviewed By DeniseLock - Melbourne, Australia
Really interesting place.Art gallery, paper making, jewellery,spinning,wood working and weaving are some of the arts and crafts on display with the artists happy to chat to you and show their wares Nice selection on sale plus gift shop and great little cafe with lovely views over the water and beach Take a paper making tour or buy specialised paper made on site Nice clean toilets Plenty of parking Great place to visit and find out more about Burnie through the various displays and have lunch Taste local cheeses and find out more about the area
