Cities, towns and landscapes
Places in Tasmania
Find Tasmanian cities, towns, islands, parks and natural landmarks, organised by region.
Start with a region, then compare towns, islands, parks and natural landmarks. Each place guide connects practical information with nearby walks, history and attractions.
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Hobart and South
Hobart, the Derwent, the Huon Valley, Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula.
Image credit: Nick Pitsas, CSIRO, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthAbout Hobart
An introduction to nipaluna / Hobart through its waterfront, neighbourhoods, history, transport and practical role as a southern Tasmania base.
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Image credit: JJ Harrison (https://www.jjharrison.com.au/), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthAustins Ferry
Explore the ferry history, Derwent foreshore and woodland tracks of Austins Ferry.
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Image credit: KeresH, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthBagdad, Tasmania
A guide to Bagdad’s farming landscape, historic transport corridor and limited public visitor facilities north of Hobart.
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Image credit: Phil Whitehouse, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthBattery Point, Tasmania
A neighbourhood guide to Battery Point’s streets, maritime connections and layered housing, with practical advice for exploring on foot.
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Image credit: Owen Allen, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthBellerive, Hobart
A guide to Bellerive’s waterfront, heritage walk, beach and ferry connections on Hobart’s eastern shore.
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Image credit: Thomas & Olivia Williams, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthBetsey Island
Understand Betsey Island’s reserve status, wildlife values and how to view it responsibly from the South Arm coast.
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Image credit: Noodle snacks, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthBridgewater, Tasmania
Understand Bridgewater’s historic river crossing and use the new bridge, shared path and foreshore facilities safely.
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Image credit: JJ Harrison ( https://www.jjharrison.com.au/ ), CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Hobart & SouthBruny Island
A practical guide to lunawanna-alonnah / Bruny Island, including ferry planning, South Bruny National Park, wildlife and realistic travel times.
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Launceston and North East
Launceston, the Tamar Valley, northern towns and the north-east.
Image credit: Graeme Bartlett, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Launceston & North EastAnsons Bay, Tasmania
Plan an Ansons Bay visit with practical road, boating, service and conservation-area guidance.
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Image credit: Graeme Bartlett, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Launceston & North EastAvoca, Tasmania
A guide to Avoca’s rivers, historic streets and practical role on the route between the Midlands and east coast.
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Image credit: Peripitus, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North & North EastBeaconsfield, Tasmania
A guide to Beaconsfield’s mining landscape, the heritage centre, the 2006 mine rescue and the town’s place in the Tamar Valley.
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Image credit: Bidgee, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Launceston & North EastBeauty Point, Tasmania
A practical guide to Beauty Point’s wharves, maritime institutions and west Tamar connections.
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Image credit: Peripitus, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Launceston & North EastBen Lomond National Park
Plan Ben Lomond around current road conditions, mandatory winter chains and genuine alpine weather.
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Image credit: Phil Whitehouse from London, United Kingdom, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Launceston & North EastBinalong Bay, Tasmania
Plan a Binalong Bay visit for beaches, rocks and short coastal walks while protecting living cultural and natural values.
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Image credit: Chuq, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Launceston & North EastBracknell, Tasmania
Use Bracknell as a respectful rural stop, with context on its village services, recreation ground and farming district.
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Image credit: Egcashion, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Launceston & North EastBranxholm, Tasmania
Use Branxholm as a quiet north-east stop with river walks, railway history and practical services.
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North West and West Coast
Coastal towns, high country, rainforest and former mining communities.
Image credit: Tirin, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestArthur River, Tasmania
Plan Arthur River with supplies, weather, reserve access and respect for Aboriginal cultural landscapes.
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Image credit: Gary Houston, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestBlythe River, Tasmania
Understand the Blythe River through its estuary, gorge country, angling access, mining history and present catchment management.
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Image credit: Gary Houston, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestBoat Harbour Beach
Visit Boat Harbour Beach with current facility, patrol, parking, walking and day-use information.
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Image credit: Seeboundy, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestCorinna, Tasmania
Plan a Corinna visit around the Pieman River barge, remote roads, short walks, weather and limited services.
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Image credit: Gary Houston, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestDevonport
A guide to Devonport’s river, waterfront, maritime role, Aboriginal heritage and practical place as a base for north-west Tasmania.
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Image credit: Gary Houston, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestDoctors Rocks
Visit Doctors Rocks carefully, with current coastal-path access, wildlife etiquette and sea conditions in mind.
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Image credit: Gary Houston, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestDon, Tasmania
Explore Don through its river, heritage railway, coastal headland and walking connections to Devonport.
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Image credit: Gary Houston, CC0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · North West & WestFern Glade Reserve
Walk Fern Glade Reserve for riverbank forest and patient platypus viewing, with current access, dog and facility advice.
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East Coast
Bays, beaches, peninsulas and towns along Tasmania’s eastern side.
Image credit: JJ Harrison ( https://www.jjharrison.com.au/ ), CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastBicheno, Tasmania
A practical guide to Bicheno’s coast, blowhole, marine reserve and role between Freycinet and St Helens.
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Image credit: Paris Buttfield-Addison, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastChain of Lagoons
Plan a low-key Chain of Lagoons stop with beach safety, wetland care and current camping rules at the centre of the visit.
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Image credit: K8S, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastColes Bay, Tasmania
A practical Coles Bay guide covering Freycinet access, walking, water, parking, wildlife and realistic East Coast planning.
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Image credit: John Skinner PROUT (1805 - 1876) (Australia) Born in Plymouth, Devon. Died in London. Details on Google Art Project, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastLittle Swanport, Tasmania
A careful guide to Little Swanport’s rural coast, river estuary, birdlife and historic travel corridor.
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Image credit: Beth Proudley, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastMaria Island
A practical guide to wukaluwikiwayna / Maria Island, with ferry planning, Darlington, walks, wildlife and self-sufficient travel.
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Image credit: Original uploader was Headwerkn at en.wikipedia, CC BY 2.5, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastOrford, Tasmania
Plan an Orford stop around river walks, public beaches and Maria Island views.
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Image credit: Melburnian, CC BY 2.5, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastScamander, Tasmania
Plan a Scamander stay around the estuary, beach and changing bar conditions, with current water-quality and coastal-safety checks.
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Image credit: Sam Genas, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · East CoastSchouten Island, Tasmania
Understand Schouten Island’s natural and cultural values and the planning required for authorised access.
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Central Tasmania
The Midlands, Central Highlands and routes through the island’s interior.
Image credit: Vulgarurbanism, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaBothwell, Tasmania
A practical guide to Bothwell, its historic centre, River Clyde setting and role as a service point for the Central Highlands.
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Image credit: Annette Teng, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaBronte Park, Tasmania
Use Bronte Park as a carefully planned stop between highland lakes, fishing roads and the Lyell Highway.
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Image credit: Edoddridge, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaCampbell Town, Tasmania
A guide to Campbell Town’s Red Bridge, colonial streetscape, Convict Brick Trail and continuing role on the road between Hobart and Launceston.
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Image credit: Jörn Brauns, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaDerwent Bridge, Tasmania
Use Derwent Bridge for Lake St Clair planning, changing alpine weather and long-distance road preparation.
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Image credit: Unknown photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaGretna, Tasmania
Pause at Gretna for its rural Derwent setting and the heritage church that began as the Woolpack Church.
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Image credit: Peripitus, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaHagley
A guide to Hagley’s historic buildings, school, churches and agricultural setting on the plains below the Great Western Tiers.
Read the guide →Image credit: Jörn Brauns, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaLake St Clair
Plan a Lake St Clair visit around the Cynthia Bay visitor centre, short walks, ferry bookings, weather and current park alerts.
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Image credit: Peripitus, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsPlace · Central TasmaniaLiawenee, Tasmania
Plan for Liawenee’s exposed weather, limited services and fisheries role on Tasmania’s Central Plateau.
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