Pull on your warmest winter woollies, or brave the cold in your swimmers. Icy plunges and steamy saunas await this Off Season. Brace yourself for a winter like no other with epic events, cosy stays and exclusive winter-only offers.
Where to go, what to do? Go everywhere. Do it all. Unwind in a tub under starry skies, discover the best road trip stops, and eat your way from coast to coast.
Tuesday 1 March 2022 - Tuesday 31 August 2027 (Daily) Cygnet
Welcome to a day of creative mindfulness with David and Michelle of Phoenix Creations. In their small studio tucked away just two minutes from Cygnet's main street, David will share his talent, by guiding you through the steps of making a wooden spoon from scratch. With your very own clever hands, you will use recycled vintage or green timber straight from a tree, to create your spoon.
All are welcome, from absolute beginners to those wishing to hone their craft. You will work alone in a private workshop or can work with up to 4 others- family and friends or slot into a group of singles and make new friends. Perfect for corporate team building too!
Each workshop runs from 10 am-3 pm (Private 10-4 pm) and includes tuition, timber to carve, use of all tools and a delicious morning tea. A break is taken for lunch, so bring your own or head down to one of the charming cafes in Cygnet.
Workshops are run by demand every day and can be booked online, at the studio or by phone. Upcoming workshops are also announced on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Warning: Spoon Carving is Addictive!
Thursday 11 June 2026 - Monday 22 June 2026 (Annual) Hobart
Dark Mofo returns in full for 2026 with an ambitious art and music program, alongside Dark Mofo rituals Winter Feast, the Ogoh-Ogoh, Night Mass and the Nude Solstice Swim.
Friday 19 June 2026 - Sunday 28 June 2026 (Annual) Strahan
The West Coast of Tasmania comes alive this winter with Light Up the West - a celebration of the winter solstice and the wild, wonderful spirit of the region. The West will glow with events, workshops, markets, lightshows and festivals.
From long table dinners and live music to markets, winter swims and immersive light installations, the West Coast brings together raw landscapes, creativity and community for a winter experience like no other.
Light Up the West celebrates the magic, grit and warmth of Tasmania's West Coast - shining bright during the darkest days of the year. Live like a West Coaster.
Friday 19 June 2026 - Saturday 20 June 2026 (Annual) Derby
The Devils Cardigan is a challenging gravel cycling race set in the North East of Tasmania with competitors choosing between 2 race lengths, an 106 kilometre or 54 kilometre option.
Occurring in the shadow of summer, The Devils Cardigan tests the fortitude and dedication of all who participate, rewarding them with a wild and picturesque tour set against a backdrop of personal examination.
In 2023 and 2024, The Devils Cardigan proudly hosted the AusCycling Gravel National Championships in Tasmania.
In 2026, it's time for Tassie to take on the world!
It is exciting to share that the Devils Cardigan has joined the UCI Gravel World Series Family.
The race joins Seven Gravel Race and Gravelista in Australia as a qualifying pathway to the UCI World Gravel Championships which Australia is set to host in October 2026.
Solstice in the Square invites you to explore the balance between darkness and light.
In George Town's Regent Square, enjoy a whimsical evening of fireside warmth, live music, delicious food, and mulled wine. Celebrate connection and renewal, embracing the quiet magic and mystery of winter's longest night in Northern Tasmania. Bring the family!
The Year of the Fire Horse will herald a thrilling mix of good food, lantern making, local musicians and a stunning fire sculpture all under the twilight sky at the Winter Solstice celebrations known as Winter Lights in St Marys.
John McColl's Fire Horse Sculpture will ignite the Bonfire.
In the function room join Big Shed Studios making lanterns for the Lantern Parade and Super Silly Fire performance. Face painting for everyone.
There will be plenty of food vans on offer this year, Philthys Pizza, Swirl and Sip by Lacey, Rory's Hot Spuds, Swirlicious, Tutumaz and the Devil, Le Quart d'Heure, Dip In's Desserts, So come hungry - bring along a camp chair and enjoy the live music.
There will be warm Mulled Wine for adults wishing to purchase at the canteen and plenty of marshmallows to toast in one of the fire buckets.
This is a family friendly event - so no alcohol is to be brought onto the site. Entry by donation at the gate. Bring along a camp chair.
Music line-up so far - With One Voice Choir, Dirt Road Days featuring Ann and Minna Lehmann-Kuit and Dave Monck - then the McDeeDees.
Celebrate the Winter Solstice at Noir Noir – A Night of Pinot Noir, Whisky & Stargazing
Embrace the magic of the longest night of the year at Noir Noir, an exclusive Winter Solstice celebration hosted by Tamar Ridge and Turner Stillhouse.
Held at the Tamar Ridge cellar door, this one-night-only event invites guests to sip, savour, and stargaze under the brilliance of Tasmania's winter sky.
Be among the first to taste Tamar Ridge's new release wines and Turner Stillhouse's groundbreaking new whiskies.
Gather around roaring fire pits, enjoy a curated selection of local produce, and journey through the stars with local astronomer Chris Arkless, who will guide a celestial exploration of the southern skies.
Noir Noir is a celebration of Tasmania's finest craftsmanship, natural beauty, and the cosmic wonder of the Winter Solstice — not to be missed
Saturday 27 June 2026 - Saturday 25 July 2026 (Daily) Bicheno
Switching it on in the Off-Season
Bicheno will once again play host to a free event — Bicheno Beams.
Fresh from winning Gold at the 2025 Tasmanian Tourism Awards, Bicheno Beams is a family-friendly celebration of light, offering yet another exciting reason to visit our must-stay destination.
Each evening, spectacular music accompanies powerful beams of light shining into the night sky, creating a memorable experience for all ages.
Every night at 6:30pm
Show length: approximately 15 minutes
Bicheno Beams is fast becoming an unmissable annual event, drawing locals and visitors together to celebrate the place they love.
You'll be welcomed by a friendly team of local volunteers who will guide you to the viewing area.
Come for two nights and enjoy two different, alternating shows.
Wednesday 1 July 2026 - Wednesday 15 July 2026 (Annual) Table Cape
Unlock the secrets of the North West coast of Tasmania this winter with 'Permission to Trespass', a unique event that grants exclusive access to private properties in the stunning Wynyard and Table Cape areas.
Experience the rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes that are usually off limits to the public.
Events include Moonlight Stories, a projected visual and auditory light show on the Table Cape Lighthouse, sumptuous long table dinners, twilight markets, art exhibits, local pub choirs and creative workshops...the trespass options are endless.
There is something for anyone who wants an intimate understanding of place and people.
Discover something new behind the locked gates this winter in Northwest Tasmania…Permission Granted!
Friday 3 July 2026 - Sunday 12 July 2026 (Annual) Hobart
Festival of Voices is Tasmania's ultimate winter singing celebration for all music lovers, with renowned performers, workshops, and participatory events.
Since its inception in 2005, Festival of Voices has celebrated the joy and wellbeing benefits of singing. What began as a small group of music lovers gathered around a fire in the depths of Tasmania's winter has grown to a 10-day festival featuring local, Australian, and international talent who compose, teach, perform and host our diverse event series. With choral, cabaret, classical, comedy, and contemporary, there's something for every music lover, whether you want to attend, learn, or participate!
Festival of Voices celebrates our arts industry and island home, expanding beyond its Hobart origins to offer events in many communities around the state.
Festival of Voices is also committed to delivering an inclusive, accessible, and environmentally responsible event, embedding sustainability across our operations — from waste reduction and ethical sourcing to energy-efficient practices and low-impact marketing.
Friday 3 July 2026 - Sunday 5 July 2026 (Annual) Invermay
Island Escape Winter Festival fires up Launceston's Inveresk Precinct for three unforgettable days celebrating Tasmania's music, food, art, and winter spirit.
This bold new festival brings together iconic headline acts including Birds of Tokyo, Spiderbait and Hot Dub Wine Machine, alongside local talent, celebrity chefs and creative trailblazers, delivering a program as diverse as it is exciting. Feast on Tasmania's finest winter produce, warm up beside glowing fire pits with distinctly Tasmanian tales, get up close with your favourite winemaker or distiller, or dance the night away in the igloo silent disco.
Families can dive into kids' workshops, storytelling, and games, while food lovers indulge in culinary showcases and regional feasts celebrating Northern Tasmania's flavours. As the sun sets, the precinct lights up with music, fire, and light shows, turning winter's chill into a celebration of everything hot, hearty, and homegrown.
From major acts to intimate fireside moments, Island Escape Winter Festival transforms Launceston into Tasmania's ultimate winter playground, where the State's best food, music, and creativity come out to shine.
Thursday 23 July 2026 - Sunday 26 July 2026 (Annual) Devonport
Celebrating 25 years since it all began, Devonport Jazz is ready to get back into the groove with a great festival line up in July 2026.
With warm and cozy venues across the city, don't hibernate this winter, explore what Devonport Jazz has to offer!
The 2026 program will be available May 2026
Thursday 6 August 2026 - Monday 17 August 2026 (Annual) Hobart
A winter festival for curious adults
Smart, surprising, and seriously entertaining: Beaker Street Festival is bringing its signature mix of science, art, and connection back to Lutruwita/Tasmania this August.
Beaker Street Festival is Tasmania's annual celebration of science and culture. This year, the Festival takes place 6 to 17 August, with a Nipaluna/Hobart hub as well as events around the state.
It's also their 10th birthday, so expect an even bigger party than usual!
For two weeks, Beaker Street Festival brings scientists, artists, musicians, chefs, storytellers, adventurers, and audiences together for a program of talks, performances, field trips, workshops, food experiences, live music, nightlife, and large-scale public events.
It's one of Australia's most distinctive winter festivals: playful, thought-provoking, social, and deeply connected to Tasmania's landscapes, creativity, and scientific culture.
Chocolate Winterfest is Latrobe's wickedly delicious festival celebrating all things chocolate.
It is no coincidence that the Latin name for cocoa, from which chocolate is made, translates as "food of the gods". Some cultures even valued chocolate more than gold, and who could blame them. Just the mere mention of chocolate turns heads and that's what Chocolate Winterfest, Latrobe will do to you.
Chocolate Winterfest, Latrobe will indulge, inform, astound, amuse but above all celebrate chocolate as you escape from the bleakness of winter. Be indulged by events individually or successively as you immerse in this chocolate experience.
Don't deny one of life's pleasures - join them at Latrobe on the central northern coast of Tasmania for this unique celebration.
Wednesday 19 May 2027 - Sunday 23 May 2027 (Annual) Launceston
With the autumn sunshine as a spotlight, and Launceston as the stage, Australian Musical Theatre Festival is back for 2027!
Featuring an array of emerging and established artists from around the country, they invite you to experience the magic of musical theatre over five days this May.
"It is a true joy to present the Australian Musical Theatre Festival program, which continues to celebrate, cultivate and educate around one of the world's most thrilling (and most popular!) art forms.
"Launceston again provides a truly unique stage, allowing us to align the magic of Tasmanian culture with both traditional and contemporary musical theatre, through a variety of offerings that are unexpected, thrilling and inspiring. This is musical theatre unlike you've ever seen it..." – Tyran Parke, Artistic Director.
Whether it's a brand-new presentation of your favourite musical, a chance to get to know Australia's greatest stars, or simply a reason to explore a city full of stories, they invite you to join them and share the stage.
Monday 15 June 2026 - Tuesday 16 June 2026 New Norfolk
Step into one of Tasmania's most significant and moving historic sites during Dark Mofo.
Willow Court, established in 1827, is one of the oldest and longest continually operating mental health institutions in Australia and the Southern Hemisphere.
This intimate guided daytime experience opens the historic Ladies Cottage Asylum (1868) with respect and care. Guests are warmly welcomed in the neighbouring Nurses Quarters with refreshments. Your expert guide will then lead you inside Ladies Cottage, sharing the powerful layered stories of Willow Court and the women who once called this place home.
Wander at your own pace through the preserved rooms and corridors, where guests often feel as much as they see. Discover original institutional features — heavy doors with looking holes, ventilation grates, and small rooms — together with selected artefacts unearthed by Flinders University archaeology students beneath the veranda of Ladies Cottage.
A respectful, emotional, and unforgettable journey into Tasmania's past.
You will also experience Dominic Romeo's powerful photographic exhibition "La Terra Sacra" which is only on display during the Dark Mofo period.
Join them each month at Prospect Country House for an evening that celebrates Tasmania's best local food, wine, and producers.
Set in the scenic Coal River Valley, their Producers Dinner brings together the community and guests to enjoy a seasonal menu crafted with sustainably sourced ingredients.
Each dinner features culinary themes, local farmers, winemakers, and artisans, who join you at the table to share the stories behind their produce. It's a relaxed, communal experience that highlights the passion, quality, and care behind Tasmania's food culture.
Enjoy a true paddock-to-plate evening, connect with the people who grow and create your food, and support small local businesses working sustainably.
Step back into the 1860s for an evening of intrigue, elegance, and suspense. The Sapphire Secret combines a refined multi-course menu with an immersive "whodunnit" mystery set within the historic walls of Prospect Country House.
An intimate, heritage-filled evening where every guest is part of the story.
A high-stakes crime has been committed. Clues are hidden in plain sight, and everyone is a suspect.
A bespoke multi-course menu crafted by their culinary team, featuring the finest local seasonal produce.
They encourage guests to dress in their best 1860s-inspired period finery or elegant evening wear to enhance the atmosphere. Some props, like hats, furs, and fake jewellery is available.
This is a fun, hosted 3-course, themed dinner experience.
Designed for a group of 8-10 people.
The Redwater Creek Steam and Heritage Society offer a heritage rail experience through the regular operation of a century-old Krauss locomotive. The train leaves each half-hour from the restored Sheffield railway station from 11 am to 4 pm on the first full weekend of each month. The Railway Coffee Shop is open while the train is running, with a nice coffee and hot chocolate. Come on in and try them!
The Railway began as a community building enterprise in 1993 and is well regarded for the restoration and preservation of steam-era machinery and local history. The steam museum onsite houses a comprehensive member's collection of working steam engines which can be viewed on running days.
The Railton-Roland line opened in 1914, offering daily passenger and twice-weekly goods services until 1957. The Sheffield Steam and Heritage Centre Railway retains this heritage in an authentic environment.
A Miniature train and a number of different model gauge trains are also open on these running weekends.
Trivia People Tasmania brings a new product to Tassie, swapping the old boring pen-and-paper trivia quizzes to a fun new interactive entertainment trivia night!
*Free to play every Tuesday night at the Sporties Hotel, Launceston. Prizes to be won!
The entire game is played on a TV or projector screen, we have interactive buzzers and play music, video and picture questions.
Everybody welcome - visitors and locals alike! For all ages, Inclusive Event, LGBTQI friendly
and Cosplay welcome
*Free to play with a meal purchase, otherwise $15 per person
Monday 8 June 2026 - Monday 22 June 2026 (Annual) Hobart
As the winter chill settles across nipaluna / Hobart and Tasmania, Paint The Town Red, supported by Aurora Energy, returns from 8–22 June 2026, transforming towns, streets and shopfronts into a sea of glowing red alongside Dark Mofo.
Across the state, businesses, venues and public spaces will come alive with red lighting, themed menus, window displays, installations and winter experiences. Follow the official Paint The Town Red digital map to discover participating locations, cosy venues and red-lit spaces throughout Tasmania.
#PTTR26 PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION
Capture the atmosphere of Paint The Town Red and Dark Mofo by photographing participating businesses, glowing streets, public spaces and Dark Mofo moments during the festival period. Share your photos on Instagram using the hashtag #PTTR26, tag @hobartandbeyond to enter, and register via the event website.
New for 2026 is Paint Your Home Red, supported by Aurora Energy, encouraging households across Tasmania to light up their homes in red throughout June. From a simple porch light to a full front-yard display, residents are invited to join in and help spread the glow beyond the city streets. Participating households can register online to go into the draw to win a month of free Power Hours electricity thanks to Aurora Energy.
Visit the official website for event details, prize information, registration forms and the official Paint The Town Red map.
An eco-cabin in the forest or a boutique city pad? A beachside retreat or a secluded farm stay? Browse unique Tasmanian accommodation and plan your island stay.
Freycinet Adventures offer award winning guided sea kayak tours on the Freycinet Peninsula on Tasmania's east coast. This is undeniably Tasmania's greatest destination for sea kayaking.
The relaxed tour is the ultimate way to experience Freycinet National Park. The contrasts are stunning - pink granite mountains, pristine sandy beaches and blue waters so clear you feel you can touch the marine life below, a true sea kayaking paradise.
No experience is necessary and tours are suitable for those over 7 years old. Tours include a morning or afternoon tea break on a secluded beach, experienced guides, a double sea kayak, and all equipment is provided.
Tours depart daily (morning and twilight) for a duration of three hours (approximately two hours kayaking).
From Sky to Sea is an uplifting journey that narrates the story of Devonport and its surrounds over the course of a day. Starting from the darkest hour of night with the Palawa story of creation, the show progresses through dawn in the mountains, the journey of the Mersey River, and fields of vibrant poppies and farmlands.
The show is designed to be explored from multiple angles, with projections in the grass, trees, and gardens, towering video elements, and searchlights on the rotunda pillars. Each perspective offers a unique experience, encouraging visitors to move around and discover the different elements.
Inspired by the journey from Cradle Mountain to Devonport naturally evolved from this drive, reflecting the landscape's beauty and contrasts.
The show is set in the new Waterfront Park, designed to enhance rather than detract from the natural views. Five unique pillars represent different story elements: First Nations artwork, snow gum trees, local topographic lines, Devonport's urban icons, and the unique rocks of Don Heads.
Over 350 custom-made "gobo" patterns projected during the show, featuring local artworks from RANT Arts. Drone-shot videos showcasing the local landscape.
Music and narration include Dave Gough's Palawa story of creation, the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, and local band Sumner's hit song "Stranded."
World-class video, laser, and LED projection systems. Nearly a thousand lights, including individually controllable "pixels" inside the pillars.
The West Coast Heritage Centre tells the story of the history and development of the West Coast and its rich pioneering past. All parts of the West Coast are represented in the comprehensive display of photographs, mining memorabilia and machinery.
Included in your entry is access to the historic Gaiety Theatre. Built in 1898, the Gaiety Theatre was considered one of the grandest buildings on the West Coast and one of the best theatres in Australia.
The museum's attractions include the historic collection of the original Zeehan School of Mines and Metallurgy (unique in the world), photographic galleries dedicated to all the West Coast towns, classic locomotives, mining machinery displays, a blacksmith and wheelwright shop, marine display, a world-class mineral collection, freemasons display and a pioneer women's gallery.
Your visit to the West Coast Heritage Centre and Gaiety Theatre will enhance your visitor experience of the West Coast region.
One of Tasmania's premium attractions Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary located at Mole Creek, Trowunna is recognised as a world leader in Wildlife conservation. There are three free daily tours as part of your admission price. On tour, you can interact with a Devil and a Wombat and view a Tasmanian devil social feeding.
Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Daily interactive tours are conducted at 11 am, 1 pm and 3 pm. Learn all about Trowunna's breeding programs including our work in helping save the Tasmanian Devil.
Car and coach parking is available on site
Group bookings and private tours are welcome, and Devil and/or Wombat full-day workshops are available.
Trowunna Wildlife Sanctuary is set in 82 acres of native bushland at Mole Creek and is a must-see experience. The Sanctuary is within easy reach of both the world-famous Cradle Mountain and Mole Creek caves and is an essential inclusion as part of a fantastic day trip. Trowunna Wildlife Sanctaury is great for all ages
Meet the friendly staff at the Visitor Centre – this is the place to find out all you need to know to make your visit to Tahune Adventures a special day. Here you can book their adventure experiences – the Airwalk, Eagle Hang Gliding and Twin Rivers rafting.
Take a break to enjoy local specialities and taste the Huon Valley’s cool-climate wines and local cider. Pause for a snack, light meal, tea, coffee or ice cream and browse in the gift shop for a unique Huon pine souvenir.
A scenic 90-minute drive from Hobart.
The St Helens Mountain Bike Trails are some of the most scenic trails in the world- where else in the world can you ride Mountains to the Sea, ending your ride in one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, the Bay of Fires.
The St Helens Mountain Bike Trails are located in two unique locations; You will find a series of stacked loops just south of the St Helens Township as well as an epic 42km wilderness trail that starts at the top of the Blue Tier and winds and wends all the way to Swimcart beach found in the internationally acclaimed Bay of Fires. That makes plenty of quality built trails for you and your family to enjoy!
Whether you like to shred some serious downhill, enjoy some cross-country flow or just want a fun day on the trails with the family, the St Helens Mountain Bike Trails have an experience for everyone. Not only that, but St Helens is the largest town on Tasmania’s east coast and as such offers plenty for you to see and do while you are taking a break from the trails.
For more information visit the St Helens MTB Trails website https://www.sthelensmtbtrails.com.au/
Old Hobart Town is situated in Richmond and is Australia's only and Tasmania's original historical model village which accurately replicates in miniature the life and history of Hobart in 1820.
Situated in the main street of Richmond (Tasmania's finest Georgian village), this attraction has been built from original plans (over three years) and set out in the streets. As visitors walk the streets of old Hobart, the informative signage tells a story of how and why Hobart was so important to the Australian colonies, it really captures interest and makes for a unique and fascinating tour.
There are photos of today's scenes in Hobart within the model making comparisons easy, and there is a game for the children to play - it keeps adults amused as well.
In all this incredible piece of art consists of over sixty replica model buildings, five to six hundred period figurines, convicts, gentlemen and even ladies of the night, over one hundred native myrtle bonsai trees and covers approximately two tennis courts. It encapsulates Sullivan's Cove, Hunter Island, the Hobart Rivulet, and main city centre.
Translations are available in Chinese, Japanese, French and German. Toilets are wheelchair friendly as this is an accessible site. There is also have a fully stocked souvenir shop with great pricing.
Built in 1838 by former convict brewer and publican, Britton Jones, in 1842 the house became one of the colony’s leading private schools, run by W. K. Hawkes. The house’s facade boasts an Ionic portico while the back has a charming Tasmanian vernacular flavour.
The interiors are furnished to reflect 19th century life in Tasmania. The National Trust in Tasmania was founded in 1960 to preserve and furnish this house, then known as The Hollies.
The Tearooms are open during house hours for light meals and refreshments.
In the garden, relax under the shade of a 180-year-old oak tree, wander through the flower beds and Victorian kitchen garden and send the children in search of Patrick’s Pails. Patrick Lambert was a 19th century gardener at The Hollies.
The Metro Bus services, numbers 40 and 50 from the City to Franklin village, stop outside the House.
Nearby and also accessible is St James Church which was built in 1845 and has many associations with the House; Launceston CBD (including Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery); Jospeh Chromy Wines; Tamar Valley Wine Route and Tamar River Cruises; Evandale Village and Clarendon.
The Mawson's Huts Replica Museum stands on the waterfront in Hobart, near the wharf from which the SY Aurora sailed south to Antarctica with Douglas Mawson's Australasian Antarctic Expedition of 1911-14 on board.
This world-class small museum gives visitors an historic insight into the daily lives of the AAE expeditioners who spent two winters living and working in the windiest place on Earth - the true home of the blizzard.
For two years, through two dark winters, the huts were home - a haven of warmth, light and companionship.
The Mawson's Huts Foundation's mission: the ongoing conservation of the unique historic buildings that were built as the base for Douglas Mawson's Australasian Antarctic Expedition of 1911-14 at Cape Denison on Commonwealth Bay in January 1912. Assisted by enthusiastic volunteers and staff, profits from the Museum go towards the Foundation's efforts to conserve of the original huts in Antarctica.
They welcome special interest and school groups. Please call for a special group rate.
The St Helens History Room, on the East Coast of Tasmania, is a small, regional museum. At the St Helens History Room, there are over 1000 artefacts on display. These are presented thematically to represent the various stages of settlement of St Helens.
The collections are very accessible as the museum is open seven days a week. The St Helens History Room is situated at the St Helens History and Visitor Information Centre behind the St Helens Library building, opposite the Post Office.
Look for the Tin Dragon sculpture outside, he will point you in the right direction. Visit 'The Chinese Experience' and learn first-hand about this interesting area before you set off to explore the beautiful beaches or the marvellous mountainous hinterland.
The Howard Hadley Gallery is a dynamic exhibition and event space. It features temporary exhibitions for guests to explore.
Art is interwoven into the history of Hadley’s Orient Hotel, most notably landscape paintings. This gallery is named after Howard Hadley, one of the early landlords who was himself an artist and art collector. Howard and his father were passionate about art and their collection was shown throughout the hotel, including works by prominent landscape artists such as Haughton Forrest.
With the introduction of Hadley's Gallery in 2016 and Hadley's Art Prize in 2017, Hadley's Orient Hotel's colourful artistic past has had a fresh coat of paint and creativity.
The Watch House is the historic old gaol site at George Town and features a range of display's conveying the regions rich history.
The present building was built in 1843 and was reopened in 2004 as part of George Town's Bicentenary of European settlement. Features include a wonderful model village which allows visitors to imagine what early nineteenth-century life was like in George Town, the acclaimed 'Departures and Arrivals' display describing the Female Factories and links to the convict experience, and a primitive cell where visitors can enter to get an idea of the tough life of prisoners awaiting trial.
Within The Watch House, you'll discover a dedicated gallery space that offers a distinct experience apart from the venue's broader historical and cultural exhibits. While The Watch House delves into local history, the gallery shines a spotlight on Tasmanian art and crafts, all within a uniquely historical setting.
Whether you are a local, former resident or a first-time visitor to George Town, you are sure to find something of interest at The Watch House.
Looking at art used to be boring. It still is, maybe, but at least at Mona, the Museum of Old and New Art, you can get drunk and/or rage against the machine.
Located just up the river from Hobart, Mona's subterranean architecture showcases the highlights (and lowlights) of David Walsh's $110m private collection of art and antiquities, as well as hosting a busy exhibitions program.
Mona is also home to the Moorilla winery, two restaurants, several bars, accommodation pavilions and more (plus Moo Brew, an off-site brewery).
Each June, Mona's Dark Mofo winter festival delves into centuries-old winter solstice rituals and celebrates the dark through art, music, food, film, light and noise.
This large-scale textile treasure has been created in four panels, each measuring three-and-a-half metres by four metres. Crafted by more than 300 local artists, it took 10,000 hours and 200 metres of hand-dyed silk to complete. The artists have employed a number of techniques including embroidery, cross-stitch, weaving, patchwork and quilting to create Yarns.
Yarns Artwork in Silk tells the story of the local area - exploring its history, landscape and culture. The display includes an audiovisual presentation which expands on the work and is housed at the Great Western Tiers Visitor Centre in Deloraine.
Deloraine and the surrounding district is one of Tasmania's most significant regional centres for art and crafts. Visit today and be amazed and inspired!
The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Coal Mines Historic Site is approximately a 75-minute drive from Hobart and a 25-minute drive from Port Arthur.
One of the 11 sites that together form the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property, it was Tasmania's first operational mine. Developed both to limit the colony's dependence upon costly imported coal from New South Wales, serving as a place of punishment for the "worst class" of convicts from Port Arthur, the mine was operational for over 40 years.
Today, the Coal Mines offer visitors the chance to discover among the uncrowded ruins and scenic vistas a different perspective on Tasmania's convict history. It is a great place to explore on foot, with a number of tracks and paths around the extensive site.
There are signs and displays to guide you around and inform you about the history of the Site. A printed guide to the Coal Mines is available from the Visitor Centre at the Port Arthur Historic Site.
Ensure to check the weather before you arrive so you can bring the most appropriate clothing and footwear.
Entry is free and there are basic picnic and toilet facilities at the site.
The award-winning Pooseum is a one-of-a-kind science museum dedicated to the fascinating world of animal droppings. As the only museum of its kind, the Pooseum takes an educational yet entertaining approach to the topic. With over 50 informational panels, 40 touch-screen videos, and various interactive displays, it provides an in-depth exploration of the science of faeces.
Visitors can compare the droppings of a wide range of animals from Australia and around the world. In the Digestion Room, they can learn how carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores process food differently.
Unique artworks by local and international artists, crafted from animal dung or parts of animals' digestive tracts, add a creative element to the experience.
The museum's Pootrid Shop offers an array of educational books, gifts, and other poo-related products.
The exhibition is designed for an adult audience. Older children with an interest in science, particularly in animal faeces and digestion, are welcome. However, the museum is not suitable for young children.
In 2023, the Pooseum was voted "MOST INNOVATIVE MUSEUM" in the annual global Travel & Tourism Awards, held by LUXlife Magazine in the UK.
Beneath the shadow of Mount Wellington, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cascades Female Factory is the best place to connect with some of the lesser-known stories of Australia's female convicts. It is located in South Hobart, only a short distance from the Hobart waterfront.
The Cascades Female Factory was a self-contained, purpose-built institution intended to reform female convicts, where the inmates did laundry and needlework services, offsetting some of the Colony's penal costs. Thousands of women and children were imprisoned here, and many never left.
The Convict Women's Tour is a comprehensive guided tour of the Site. It lasts approximately 45 minutes. The first tour starts at 10 am.
The new Notorious Strumpets and Dangerous Girls is an emotional journey through the stories of seven remarkable convict women who faced life's hardships with resilience. Allow approximately 60 minutes. Every day at 11:30am and 1:00pm.
Just five minutes from the heart of Launceston, Waverley Mills is Australia's oldest working woollen mill and the last of its kind still spinning, weaving and finishing onsite.
Founded in 1874 on the banks of Distillery Creek, the mill continues to craft premium Tasmanian-made blankets, throws and scarves using traditional techniques and sustainable practices.
Mill Store is open Mon–Fri, 10am–4pm
Visit the onsite Mill Store for an ever-changing selection of exclusive mill seconds, samples, before-launch products and craft supplies. Many items are available only at the mill, making it a must-visit for lovers of Tasmanian design, textiles, wool and locally made gifts.
Behind-the-Scenes Mill Tours
Go beyond the shop floor with a private tour offering rare insight into Australia's textile heritage. Tours run at 10:30am Monday and Wednesday, with other times available by request.
Groups of 1–20 people
$50pp for 1–2 guests (enquire for group pricing)
Allow at least 60 minutes
Bookings essential with 48 hours' notice
No children under 12
Bookings can be made online or by calling 03 6310 8484 (select Retail). Discover living Tasmanian craftsmanship at Waverley Mills.
Bridestowe Lavender Estate is one of Tasmania's premier tourist destinations, located a 50-minute drive from Launceston in Tasmania's scenic North East. Bridestowe Lavender Estate is the largest lavender farm in the Southern Hemisphere, famous for the spectacular view of the lavender in bloom in December and January.
Visitors are welcomed to the Estate all year round to see the seasons of Tasmania beautifully reflected in the ornamental gardens, manicured fields and native bushland set against the striking backdrop of Mount Arthur.
The visitor centre is stocked with unique products containing Bridestowe's famous lavender oil and dried flower. An extensive range of fragrant Australian-made gifts created for the bath, body and home and, of course, the world-famous Bobbie the Bear.
The Woodcroft Cafe offers a delicious range of lavender inspired delicacies including our signature range of lavender ice-creams and light seasonal meals. You can take home the experience with a purchase from Bridestowe's gourmet range, which includes seasonal lavender flower honey, artisan jams, gourmet loose leaf teas and culinary lavender, which is used in many of foods available in the cafe.
There’s something about Ross, Tasmania – It’s a collection of marvels everywhere you look, giving one the impression that there’ll always be something to see, despite its size. Does that sound like a nice place to stop off on the Midland Highway? We hope so! The Tasmanian Wool Centre has been nestled in this idyllic village since its inception in 1988.
As a not-for-profit business, the Tasmanian Wool Centre contributes directly back into the Ross Community, preserving the heritage, and developing and maintaining wonderful unique visitor experiences that share the stories of Ross. Being surrounded by expansive properties that continue to produce fine wool, we have grown to be the largest retailer of woollens in Tasmania, offering everything from timeless, comfortable wearables to superfine, ethical yarn.
All the manufacturers we deal with use Australian wool in their garments. Some of the items we stock are made in Australia, and some are manufactured offshore. This enables us to provide an extensive range of options and price points for our customers, with a focus on quality.
When you call in, also take the time to visit our fabulous onsite Museum which relates to our region’s history and wool connections. There are many artefacts on display in our Wool Exhibition room and adjoining History Gallery, including permanent exhibitions on the Ross Bridge, as well as changing short-term exhibitions.
Ben Lomond Alpine Resort is Tasmania's premier destination for winter activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snow play.
Snow making has recently been installed on the ski slopes which provides a step change for the length of winter seasons and the quality of the snow for guests at Ben Lomond.
Get great value lift and hire packages, snow chain and toboggan hire, and national park passes at the rentals building at Ben Lomond Base (on the corner of Blessington Rd and Ben Lomond Road as you head up the mountain).
Situated in Ben Lomond National Park Tasmania, we are only 60km from Launceston CBD and 58km from Launceston Airport, the closest domestic airport to any ski resort in Australia. Launceston is around 50 mins by air from Melbourne and 1.2hrs from Sydney, with a further short drive to Ben Lomond.
The ski area is comprised of 6 lifts, 3 T-bars and 3 Pomas. The slope terrain is classified as ~40% beginner ~45% intermediate and 15% advanced with some great runs for all riders.
Ben Lomond is a winter wonderland, only a stone's throw from Launceston.
Part of Tasmania's World Heritage Convict Sites, Brickendon Historic Farm and Convict Village is located just outside Longford, in Northern Tasmania. Built by William Archer in 1824, the Estate is still owned and farmed by his direct descendants, currently in their 7th generation.
You have a rare chance to explore the convict-built Brickendon Farm Village with buildings including the quaint little Gothic chapel, Sussex barns, poultry shed, blacksmith shop, cookhouse and shearing shed. Whilst you are wandering, QR codes will provide a modern interpretation of the early convict history of northern Tasmania. Hear the stories of the convicts Assigned to the Archer family and read about their lives. The Farm Village is also alive with many friendly farm animals with animal feeding daily at 10.15 am or purchase a bag of feed and wander at your leisure.
The four-hectare historic garden surrounding the Georgian homestead, feature beds of old fashioned roses and perennials to complement the house's historic façade. Explore the 'garden rooms', each with their own mood and ambiance and stand beside the amazing 1830s English and exotic trees including oaks, elms, cedars and pines, sourced throughout the world.
Overnight guests at Brickendon can stay at a number of historic or farm cottages and have free entry to all the attractions. Longford is about a 15-minute drive (27 km) from Launceston.
The Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery (QVMAG) is Northern Tasmania's home of art, history, and natural science.
The QVMAG collection shares stories of local Aboriginal cultures, colonial history, and modern diversity, alongside extensive history archives and natural science research.
Located across two sites, you can experience the QVMAG collection through the 1890's heritage Art Gallery at Royal Park (2 Wellington Street, Launceston) and the Museum at Inveresk (2 Invermay Road, Invermay), set within 1870s-era industrial railway workshops.
The Museum at Inveresk is home to natural sciences displays, transport and railway memorabilia, blacksmith workshops, and the iconic Launceston Planetarium. See dinosaurs, trains, animal species (including the Tasmanian thylacine), artefacts from Australia's oldest merchant shipwreck, Sydney Cove. The Museum also showcases local and touring exhibitions.
Over at the Art Gallery at Royal Park, you'll explore the history and culture of the Tasmanian Aboriginal people through the long-term exhibition First Tasmanians: Our Story, experience history collections such as the Guan Di Temple and uncover galleries showcasing the QVMAG art collection; which bring the histories, identities and stories of Northern Tasmania into a fresh and contemporary context.
Two locations with free entry and open daily. Please visit our website for further details.
At Home Hill go behind the scenes of the public lives of Australian Prime Minister Joseph Lyons and his wife Dame Enid Lyons. Joseph Lyons (1879-1939), a school teacher born in Stanley, was Tasmania's Premier in 1923-28 and Australia's 10th Prime Minister 1932-39. Dame Enid Lyons (1897-1981) was the first woman elected to Federal Parliament, as a Member of the House of Representatives in 1943. She was also the first woman to serve in federal cabinet as part of the Menzies Government in 1949-1951.
Home Hill was built in 1916 and was extended over the years to house the Lyons' eleven surviving children. It survives with a large collection of original materials and offers an unexpected insight into Australian political and family life in the mid-20th century.
Home Hill was the centrepiece of a 4.5 hectare property, containing two hectares of apple orchard. Entered via the original drive, the now 2 hectare property retains the core of Dame Enid Lyons' original garden, including roses and garden 'rooms' defined by hedges.
Situated only a five-minute drive from either the centre of Devonport or the Spirit of Tasmania dock, Home Hill is accessible by guided tour only. Bookings recommended.
Nearby attractions include the City of Devonport Art Gallery, Bass Strait Maritime Museum, Don River Railway, Latrobe and Spreyton (historic towns).
The House of Hargrave Vineyard and Cellar Door is situated high amongst the hills of the stunning Kentish region in North West Tasmania. This charming, boutique Cellar Door is perched at 270 metres above sea level, with a stunning North facing panorama looking over the city of Devonport and the mouth of the Bass Strait.
Located only 10 minutes from Sheffield and 15 minutes from Devonport, its central location is ideal for short journeys and day trips from surrounding towns. Boasting a wide array of stunning wines, from the well-loved Pinot Noir to the exotic Schonburger variety, the House of Hargrave is sure to have a wine that you'll love, whether you're a wine beginner or an experienced vintner! Scrumptious share platters full of local produce are sure to tickle your taste buds and pairs wonderfully with an afternoon with friends.
At Fishers of Freycinet oysters and mussels freshly harvested from the farm in Great Oyster Bay are favourites, feast on these along with a premium selection of some of Tasmania's finest seafood.
Enjoy seasonal specialities and a showcase of high-quality produce, including fish and chips and daily specials. Find them at Devil's Corner Cellar Door.
Timbre is a space to eat and drink from constantly evolving menus and drinks lists, powered by a local community of diners, producers & backyard growers.
From lazy Sunday lunches to pizza parties and bespoke events & weddings. Timbre is food & wine & people & place & time.
Frogmore Creek is now the largest, ultra-premium, cool-climate winery in Southern Tasmania. Home to Frogmore Creek and 42 Degrees South wines, the vineyard is situated in the produce-rich Coal River Valley wine region; a short 15-minute drive from Hobart's CBD.
Set amongst the vines, Frogmore Creek winery features an award winning Cellar Door, Restaurant and Function Centre all with breathtaking views over the surrounding valley and waterways.
Frogmore Creek is the perfect place to sample Tasmania’s highly acclaimed, cool climate wines and fresh local produce.
Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden is a remarkable private garden with a 40+ year history, built and operated by volunteers in the northwest of Tasmania.
The 11-hectare property is located just 8km south of Burnie off the Ridgley Highway, and features over 24,000 select rhododendrons and companion plants from around the world. A spectacular display of blooms can be seen between late August and November, and striking Autumn foliage colours from March to May.
The tranquillity of this lush environment can be enjoyed year-round, with three pristine mirror-like lakes and expansive views from the strategically placed pavilions. The birdsong from diverse bird life and encounters with native fauna such as platypus and echidna are another unique aspect.
In addition to the unique hybrid rhododendrons cultivated by the members, they conserve many wild species of rhododendrons growing in geographically defined areas of the garden, which reflect the plant's origins - from Asia, across the Himalayas to China, Japan and North America.
The newly renovated Licensed Cafe provides meals and refreshments, with BYO picnics being welcome.
Visit one of Australia's most productive and innovative hazelnut farms. Set amid the 5000 tree orchard, under the magnificent Great Western Tiers, the farm gate shop offers everything hazelnutty with great products from roasted hazelnuts to oil, rocky road and locally made liqueurs.
The children will love the farm-themed playground or explore the orchard with Hazelbrae's self-guided tour and learn about the history and production of the farm and hazelnuts from the information boards and video.
During harvest season (April), collect your own hazelnuts directly from the orchard during the Trail Graze Festival.
Come and explore Hazelbrae and experience the passion, knowledge, skills and flavour, direct from the source.
The farm shop will be closing temporarily on May 1st 2026, with a view to reopening in September 2027.
Stillwater Restaurant established in 2000, housed in a 1830s flour mill by the banks of kanamaluka/Tamar River focuses on local produce with exceptional service.
Stillwater has been highly regarded since it opened its doors in October 2000 and has received many accolades both national and state. Some of the proudest moments include Renault Haute Cuisine Best Restaurant Award in 2001 to being awarded a hat in the Good Food Guide three years in a row (2018, 2019, 2020) the only northern restaurant to be listed in the prestigious guide.
Stillwater offers lunch and dinner Monday - Saturday. With a focus on local produce used the seasons will dictate what may end up on the plate including the quality and availability of the produce. The kitchen team have a close relationship with suppliers with communication going both ways with some producers asking what they can plant to be used by Stillwater.
Stillwater provides professional, yet humble service tailored to the guest's needs.
The team prides itself on being knowledgeable and being able to take you on a journey, whether that's explaining the passion of the producer of the veg who named his business after his beloved dog, or where the carrots are grown and harvested, to the Chef's interpretation of perhaps a classic dish using local produce.
Renowned for its delicious food and relaxed surroundings, The Lighthouse Bistro offers an air of casual sophistication that makes dining out a very special experience.
Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week and offering a varied menu to meet the demands of discerning travelers, the venue and presentation of Lighthouse dining is not easily surpassed.
Mouth-watering seafood, grills, specialty mains, and pub favourites fill the menu selection, highlighting local foods that make Tasmania famous! A huge bonus for families is the safe and clearly visible children's play area, Goody's Playhouse, with lots to keep the littlies thoroughly amused.
Clyde Mill Distillery, set on the historic former Nant Estate in Bothwell, Tasmania, is a newly reimagined destination that blends heritage, craft, and hospitality.
Drawing its name from the Clyde River that flows through the property, the distillery produces premium small-batch spirits including single malt whisky (laid down to mature in select casks) and a signature Highland Gin, while also offering a restaurant, cellar door, and tours to create an inclusive visitor experience.
Owned by the Ramsay family—local farmers with deep ties to the region—the distillery champions a paddock-to-plate ethos, tying in their lamb, grain, and produce to complement the drinks. With its mix of history, farm-to-glass storytelling, and a vision to be more than just a whisky house
Clyde Mill is positioning itself as both a craft producer and a must-visit Tasmanian destination.
The ultimate Tasmanian seafood experience - premium waterfront seafood cafe, showcasing Tasmanian seafood, in particular, Southern Rock Lobster.
Owners Sara and Marcus have seafood in their blood. Marcus launches his boat metres from their business that sits perched above the orange lichen-covered rocks of Bicheno's fishing boat harbour bringing home fresh seafood to be processed in their export facility while Sara runs "The Lobster Shack ".
The vibe is casual and they keep the food simple at "The Shack"; lemon garlic butter lets the sweet meat of the lobster shine through, crispy-skinned char-grilled salmon tops a dressed leafy salad, fresh oysters with lemon and of course really good fish and chips with the best house-made tartare.
Knockout views over the pristine waters of the boat harbour from the wrap-around deck and there's also a fisherman's lookout on the floor above with photos from the early days of the commercial fishing industry around Tasmania. You can purchase a range of fresh seafood from the display cabinet including cooked whole lobster and if you want a live lobster there's plenty in the tanks out the back!
Open 7 days for lunch and dinner, dine in or take away.
Seventeen floors above the River Derwent, the revolving restaurant at Wrest Point radiates special occasion. When the doors open and the view unfolds, you’ll understand why The Point has been a backdrop of memorable dining for over 40 years.
This recently refurbished Hobart restaurant is committed to people, produce and place. The menu weaves some of Tasmania’s finest ingredients into a dining experience punctuated with theatre and flair.
Your dining experience, now with its fresh new look, will go beyond your expectations. All this whilst taking in the views of the Tasman Bridge, Mount Wellington and the majestic River Derwent via the revolving mechanism unique to The Point.
Whether you’re a regular valued guest or visiting for the first time to celebrate, spoil those close and mark a new memory, let them set you a table at the top. See their website for restaurant opening hours. Opening Wednesday evenings from 16th June 2021.
Just a short 20-minute drive from Hobart and five minutes from the airport, Barilla Bay Oysters in Cambridge is the ideal gateway to your Tasmanian culinary journey. Nestled in the pristine, cold waters of Southeast Tasmania, this oyster farm has been supplying fresh Pacific oysters to locals and visitors since 1980.
Visitors can enjoy land-based oyster farm tours, explore the flavors of Gillespie's Ginger Beer, and discover the delicacy of Candy Abalone products.
The restaurant captures the essence of the region with a menu built around fresh, local ingredients—uncomplicated and approachable, with a range of delicious oyster toppings to sample.
The on-site shop is open seven days a week, offering a handpicked selection of gourmet Tasmanian products, locally crafted souvenirs, and convenient takeaway & dine in options.
For specific trading hours and tour bookings, check the website.
Spreyton Cider Co produces premium Tasmanian cider crafted from apples grown in their own orchards, ensuring quality from tree to glass.
Set on a working orchard in Spreyton, the cidery offers a relaxed and welcoming cellar door experience where visitors can enjoy guided tastings of their cider range, along with ginger beer and other crafted beverages. Tasting paddles are available, allowing guests to sample a selection of flavours, and each tasting includes a complimentary glass of their favourite to enjoy on site or take away.
Located just ten minutes from Devonport or Latrobe, the cellar door is open seven days a week, excluding public holidays, and showcases a full range of ciders, ginger beers, beers, spirits, and non-alcoholic options, including a selection of locally crafted products.
The on-site restaurant is open daily from 11.00 am and offers fresh, casual meals designed to complement the cider experience. With a playground and plenty of open space, it is a family-friendly destination where visitors can relax, unwind, and enjoy the orchard setting.
At Spring Bay Distillery you will find a craft distillery on Tasmania's East Coast specialising in award winning Single Malt Whisky, Gin and Vodka.
They use the location of the distillery to maximum advantage to blend the spirits with some of the sweetest waters available. They collect rainwater from the roof of the distillery and filter out any impurities except the salt influence from Spring Bay that lands on the distillery daily.
Being by the sea, the influence of this sea salt makes the water sweet and round in the mouth and combining this with the maturation of our barrels in the salt air we hope that our coastal style will be captured in our bottles.
They offer tastings at the most picturesque locations, in the company of maturing whisky barrels and our gin still, 'Beauty'.
Visit the origin spirit site overlooking Spring Beach on Tasmania's east coast or our grain-to-glass whisky facility in Cambridge. https://springbaydistillery.com.au/pages/book-an-experience
Turner Stillhouse is a Tasmanian craft spirits distillery based in the iconic Tamar Valley. Their flagship brands are Three Cuts Gin | Vodka and Rosevears Whisky. They handcraft high-quality bespoke spirits, using pure Tasmanian ingredients to create a smooth and well-balanced flavour.
Their multi-award winning Three Cuts Gin is Tasmania's highest award-winning gin, and one of the highest rated internationally. Carefully distilled from a premium grape base, pure Tasmanian water and a unique blend of Tasmanian grown and internationally sourced botanicals.
The Rosevears Whiskies include a range of Single Malts, as well as Tasmania's first "bourbon style" whiskey with 100% Tasmanian grains.
Experience Tasmania's finest gins and whiskies by visiting our distillery for a tasting flight, tour or cocktail. Conveniently located next door to Tamar Ridge Cellar Door, just fifteen minutes from Launceston and overlooking the Tamar River. Open daily 10 am-5 pm.
Bookings are essential for larger groups and tours; smaller group walk-ins welcome.
The Van Diemens Land Creamery is located in Elizabeth Town, 30 minutes drive from Devonport and approximately 45 minutes from the gateway city of Launceston.
All products are handmade with the finest ingredients to produce a quality, great tasting ice cream. There are 24 to choose from! The philosophy is simple; create delicious flavours that bring a smile to your face. Handcrafted happiness!
At the VDLC cafe, they offer visitors so much more than the amazing range of delicious ice cream and gelato flavours for purchase. Catch up with friends over a coffee, pick from our range of freshly cooked pizzas and lunch menu or simply relax with friends whilst enjoying an ice cream.
You can let the kids play with games on the grass area while you enjoy some 'me' time. If you're lucky, you could even catch a glimpse of the ice cream being made through the production room window.
Spring Bay Distillery is an award winning East Coast Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky, Gin and Vodka producer.
Here at the Cambridge facility, they produce whisky from grain to glass using a 2500L copper pot still and brewhouse.
See the behind the scenes, learn about the production and history of whisky, and taste all our spirits, including award-winning whisky, vodka, and gins.
Conveniently located near Hobart Airport at the start of the Coal Valley route, they offer tours and tastings of all the products including special Limited Releases and rare whiskies between 10am and 4pm Monday to Friday.
Follow the Book Now button for more information on the experience offerings.
Through its design, Old Wharf Restaurant tells the story of industry in Tasmania, capturing the tough life of the early industrial pioneers in mining, whaling, fishing, boat building and farming. The hardy environment of those early days is reflected in the restaurant's raw and robust design elements, incorporating iodised steel and recycled wharf timbers.
Led by Saffire Freycinet's former Head Chef Simon Pockran, Old Wharf Restaurant's seafood focus perfectly complements the backdrop of passing cray boats. From the restaurant's dockside deck, you'll be in walking distance of tha hardy fishermen.
Locally sourced ingredients are delivered in a menu that hinges on Tasmania's pure produce and latest catch. Opt for the Chef's Table experience for five courses from the open-style kitchen served with stories of produce origin and some ripping Tassie yarns.
New Norfolk Distillery is Tasmania's only rum-dedicated distillery. The award-winning distillery is housed in the historic Willow Court precinct, a former asylum.
Tour the distillery and taste a range of unique rum spirits, liqueurs and bottled cocktails. Amongst the range are winners of the 2025 'World's Best Spiced' and 'World's Best Sugarcane Spirit' categories in the World Drink Awards.
All their products are created in-house and feature local produce. At the end of your experience, take a bottle home as a souvenir or gift for a loved one.
The distillery also houses 'The Electric Oasis Bar' - a futuristic take on a Tiki Rum Bar that is like nothing else in Tasmania!
New Norfolk Distillery is approximately 30min drive from Hobart.
Private events can be catered for upon request. Bookings are recommended for tour groups of 6 or more people.
Killara is Australia's first second-generation distillery, producing premium Single Malt Whisky, Apothecary Gin and other seasonal Tasmanian Spirits. The distillery operates most days of the week with cellar door tastings and tours as well as once a month Friday after work drinks.
The property is being established to grow as much of the produce on-site for use in the distillery including barley for whisky, herbs for gin, grapes for brandy and other fruits for seasonal liqueurs and spirits.
Killara offers a Distillery School for those interested in starting their own distillery, Gin Blending and Whisky Blending Experiences, as well as our soon-to-launch "Become a Gin Maker" afternoon for those interested in distilling a bottle of their very own Gin.
Craigie Knowe is the oldest vineyard on the Freycinet Coast of Tasmania and is just 40 minutes from the beautiful Freycinet National Park.
A family-owned and operated vineyard and cellar door, where you are guaranteed a warm welcome and will be looked after like family.
Sit back and relax while you enjoy a glass of wine, just metres from the vines while enjoying a delicious platter of Tasmanian produce.
Slow down and explore the beautiful East Coast of Tasmania where there is something for everyone. Magnificent scenery, seafood and wine, walks, galleries and of course passionate locals.
Now offering free self-contained camping in the vines. Camping is strictly for self-contained vans as we have no facilities in the vineyard camp ground.
Keep it real: you’re not going to remember it all. Download the Discover Tasmania app for your on-the-ground guide to experiencing this glorious place.
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