City: Tasmania
Top Things to do in Tasmania
What to do and see in Tasmania, Australia: The Best Free Things to do
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. Devonport Library
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Katiepri
Great services. Library books, DVDs etc. free WIFI, Free computers and iPads on display to use. Great comfy reading spaces. Fantastic kids activities and adult learning. As well as coffee from Hudson’s you can take anywhere in the building.
3. Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,660 reviews
The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is Australia's second-oldest established in 1818. These gardens are home to the largest collection of mature conifers in the Southern Hemisphere and it also has the only subantarctic plant house in the world. A great restaurant and cafe is available onsite and it is a wonderful place to visit all year round. Visit our website for more information.
Reviewed By dogzboz88 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Lovely gardens in a perfect location, parking nearby and is free, the guides are very knowledgeable and friendly, make sure you visit the Antarctic room and the Japanese Garden, the gift shop is well located and a great range of local products at good prices
4. Cataract Gorge Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,635 reviews
Reviewed By SandraM712 - Brisbane, Australia
Great walk, very picturesque..... great views Take the Cable Car whilst there Thoroughly recommend the Cataract Gorge for anyone visiting Launceston Very easy reach of the city... Next to Penny Royal Theme park and some great restaurants such as Stillwater
5. Montezuma Falls
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Tumbling from a height of more than 100 meters, this is Tasmania's highest waterfall, which can only be reached by four-wheel drive or hike.
Reviewed By winelover00 - Barooga, Australia
It’s an easy walk to the Falls, about 13 km return but mostly flat. We really took our time to admire the scenery on the way. The path is very muddy in places as there is water running across it. Hiking boots are recommended but we were ok with slightly wet feet in the end. The falls are impressive, the swing bridge is closed.
6. West Coast Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 312 reviews
This excellent tourist center gives you a dose of local history and helps direct you to the options you have for exploring the area, including scenic flights, harbor cruises and train rides.
Reviewed By melissakK1199KR
Friendly staff, great information available and souvenirs Helpful booking office, must stop Easy parking
7. Salamanca Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,673 reviews
Salamanca Market is one of Australia’s most vibrant and loved outdoor markets and is located at historic Salamanca Place, next to the Hobart waterfront. With over 300 stallholders, it’s an experience that’s hard to beat. While COVID-19 restrictions are in place, a smaller interim market will be held instead of the full Salamanca Market. Tasmania’s Own Market is a selection of your favourite Salamanca Market stallholders and is held each Saturday from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm. Our new look market consists of around 80 stallholders representing artisans, designers and producers - it’s as Tasmanian as we can make it. You will find fresh produce from local growers, hot coffee and delicious breakfast and lunch options to enjoy, lots of gift ideas and plenty of handmade products. Salamanca Market will return in full as soon as state government conditions allow.
Reviewed By kamilamkin - Tasmania, Australia
The Salamanca Market is Tasmania's most visited tourist attractions and has won many awards for excellence. Located in historic Salamanca Place, next to the Hobart waterfront, the market has over 300 stallholders, and operates every Saturday between 8.30 am to 3.00 pm. Tasmania's biggest selection of locally made products can be explored including hand-worked glass, Tasmanian timbers, stylish clothing, bespoke jewellery, organic produce, artworks, bath and body care, ceramics, leather goods, handcrafted cheeses, breads, wines and spirits, and delicious hot foods.
8. The Tamar Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 697 reviews
The Tamar Valley, famous for it's cool climate wine, but also it's food and produce, it's natural attractions such as the Tamar Island Wetlands, Narawntapu National Park, Notley Gorge, Brady's Lookout and West Head it's many attractions - Seahorse World, Platypus House, Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Cntre, Grindelwald, Gem & Stone creations, Glengarry Bush Maze and the Rosevears Hotel & Gallery complex. Also home to more than 80 Air BnB listings it's a great base to tour to Cradle Mountain, Bridestowe Lavendar Farm, Derby Mountain Bike trails, Cataract Gorge, Barnbougle Golf Course, local markets, wildlife parks, Treetops Adventure or Launceston's range of fantastic restaurants.
Reviewed By 209allisonw - Brisbane, Australia
We explored the Tamar Valley thoroughly over our week here. Recommend seeing Legana, Exeter, Grindelwald Swiss village - is a must - Beaconsfield, Beauty Point, Greens Beach, George Town, Low Head, - magnificent views of Bass Straight - see the lighthouse, hear the fog horn,- so much to see and do. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the Tamar Valley. Drop in to a few of the many wineries too!!!
9. City Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,871 reviews
Reviewed By spiz44 - Melbourne, Australia
Well how lovely it was to be in this park after spending time at the Harvest Market just down the road Superbly maintained with really interesting trees And the Monkey Enclosure was a bonus surprise Would love to spend more time here on another visit
10. Richmond Bridge
Overall Ratings
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.
