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Tasmania Tours And Attractions

Capital City: Hobart (See Google Map)

Recommended Tasmania Highlights

Bicheno [north east]
Quaint, old sealing and whaling town & port for crayfishing boats

Cataract Gorge [north east]
A slice of wilderness on the outskirts of Launceston

Clarendon [north east]
Fine historic Georgian homes located close to Launceston

Cradle Mountain [north west]
Famous mountain wilderness area with excellent bushwalks

Don River Railway [north west]
Nostalgic train trip along the banks of the Don River at Devonport

Freycinet Peninsula [south east]
A magnificent rocky coastline, pristine beaches & crystal waters

Gordon River [north west]
Enjoy this beautiful waterway from a cruise boat

Port Arthur [south east]
Early penal settlement & one Australia's significant heritage sites

Richmond [south east]
Delightful well-preserved Georgian village

Stanley [north west]
Quiet, historic township nestled under The Nut

Franlin - Gordon Wild Rivers [central west]
A rugged national park in Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area

Things To Do In Tasmania

In addition to the above highlights, here are just a few ideas on getting the maximum enjoyment from your Tasmanian holiday.

adventure and wildlife tours

surfing

diving

sailing

snorkelling

eco tours

bushwalking

hiking

river cruises

jet boating

tall timber forests

camping

white water rafting

canoeing

rock climbing

caving

farm holidays

horse riding

trout and ocean fishing

self drive holidays

campers and motor home rentals

ghost tours

For a comprehensive list of tours and activities, use the ExperienceOZ banner on this page

Places To Stay In Tasmania

Tasmania offers traditional hotels, motels and motor inns that range from luxury to budget along with a selection of smaller boutique hotels. Serviced apartments cater to visitors who prefer the independence of self catering and a home away from home experience.

Tasmania has a deserved reputation for its excellent "personal touch" accommodation such as bed & breakfasts, seaside beach retreats, country lodges, homely farm stays and historic guesthouses.

The accommodation in Hobart and the other major towns consists mostly of traditional hotels and serviced apartments. Motels and motor inns are more prevalent in the rural areas.

Transport In Tasmania

Most visitors to Tasmania will arrive at one of the city airports. Regular air services operate between the mainland cities to Hobart and Launceston. Local flights between towns are available but tourists will best appreciate this island state from ground level.

If a self drive holiday is planned, it's possible to take your own vehicle on the Spirit of Tasmania passenger and car ferry that operates between Devonport and the mainland city of Melbourne. Cars can also be freighted separately from the mainland.

Tasmania has an excellent network of sealed roads with the exception of the rugged south west. This is a region of adventure expeditions and river tours which involve specialised transport with access arranged by tour providers.

Several bus transport companies operate throughout the state. There are numerous tour operators offering a broad selection of tours and activities. All the national Australian car hire companies are represented. Motor homes and campervans, both 2WD and 4WD are available for rental, but only from Hobart.

The offices of the Royal Auto Club of Tasmania (RACT), which has offices in all major towns, can provide driver information and touring maps.

When Is The Best Time In Tasmania

Tasmania is the coldest of the Australian states and experiences a climate with four distinct seasons. Winter temperatures in the mountains and alpine regions can drop to below 0°C while the minimum temperatures closer to sea level will generally be around 2-4°C.

Maximum summer temperatures at elevation will usually be around the 14-16°C mark whereas at sea level the maximums are usually around 20-22°C.

Tasmania is an all year-round destination. The best time of year for you will depend on what you plan to do and where you plan to visit. It is unlikely that extreme weather will play a part in your holiday plans. Bear in mind that the mountain country does get winter snow so activities in those areas need to take that into account.

Summer: December to February	Autumn: March to May
Winter: June to August	Spring: September to November

Also see Australian Bureau of Meteorology - official Australian weather web site

Tasmanian Holidays Locality Maps - gateway to locality map pages for all the major Tasmanian regions

Australian Accommodation - Australia's most comprehensive listing of holiday accommodation