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!
Friday 1 May 2026 - Sunday 3 May 2026 (Annual) Queenstown
DIVERGE Skyruns is a brand-new sky and trail running festival in one of Tasmania's most remote corners: Queenstown, West Coast Tasmania. It's for runners and hikers, ready to step just outside their comfort zone.
Over 3 days, this event has something for almost everyone: Australia's most serious skyruns on jaw-dropping alpine ridgelines to trail runs that weave through moonscape landscapes, rainforests and past soaring waterfalls.
There are also incredibly iconic trail runs and hikes that traverse the local airfield, running towards Mt Owen, and a 5km 'Lynchford Express Run" which includes a memorable ride on the heritage steam trains of the West Coast Wilderness Railway.
The west is wild. And it offers runners another way.
Thursday 14 May 2026 - Sunday 17 May 2026 (Annual) Stanley
The Stanley and Tarkine Forage Festival celebrates the beauty and abundance of the north west, inviting culinary adventurers to experience the best of Tassie's most delicious region.
Join the community buzz of the Stanley Street Feast, indulge in a fancy degustation menu with celebrated chefs and feed your curiosity with Meet the Producers events.
This and so much more awaits in a region known for having the cleanest air in the world!
Wednesday 20 May 2026 - Sunday 24 May 2026 (Annual) Launceston
With the autumn sunshine as a spotlight, and Launceston as the stage, Australian Musical Theatre Festival is back for 2026!
Featuring an array of emerging and established artists from around the country, we invite you to experience the magic of musical theatre over five days this May.
"It is a true joy to present the 2026 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, we invite you to join us and share the stage.
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. Full program out now Tickets on sale 1 April. Subscribe for priority access.
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.
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!
SAVE THE DATE!
Saturday 21 June 2025 - Saturday 20 June 2026 Saint Marys
Entry by donation at the gate
Join them in St Marys Recreation Ground (next to the St Marys Multipurpose and Evacuation Centre, Harefield Rd,St Marys)
12-4pm Lantern making workshop - come and join us to make a lantern for the parade
4 Gates Open
4- 7:30pm Event Open
Bonfire
Lantern Parade
Fire Sculpture
Live Music
Food & Mulled Wine for sale
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.
Friday 3 July 2026 - Sunday 12 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, local musicians, celebrity chefs, and creative trailblazers for a program that's as diverse as it is exciting. Feast on Tasmania's finest winter produce, warm up beside glowing fire pits, explore art installations from leading and emerging artists, 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
Imagine a place where scientists grace centre stage, microscopes live on bar tables, and late-night conversations have the potential to change the world. Welcome to Beaker Street Festival, where science brings us together.
Each August, thousands of visitors from across the country and beyond descend on Tasmania to dive into big ideas, deep discussions, and wild adventures—all set against the raw beauty of Tasmania's winter landscape.
For nearly a decade, our program has featured some of science's biggest names – from Nobel Laureate Brian Schmidt and Australian astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg, to TikTok star AstroKirsten and legendary environmentalist Prof Tim Flannery, alongside legends of science communication like Dr Karl, Tegan Taylor, Robyn Williams, Adam Spencer, Wendy Zukerman, and many more.
The 2026 program will be announced in May.
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.
Tuesday 1 July 2025 - Tuesday 30 June 2026 (Daily) Rowella
There's no denying that wine lovers often have a love affair with Pinot Noir. The best Pinot Noir is a true collaboration between viticulturist and winemaker.
Pinot Noir lies at the heart of Holm Oak. It's our wild child, and we're quite familiar with taming it's erratic behaviour through resourceful vineyard management and skillful winemaking practices.
Enjoy 5 different Holm Oak pinot noir wines, all made from select parcels on our estate in the pristine Tamar Valley. Taste through the collection and discover our passion for pinot noir.
Welcome to the launch of 'The Gin Station' at Alchymia Distillery. Join the distiller at his Gin station and understand the process of making Gin 'one shot' style.
Look, smell, and touch the botanicals that they use when making the range of Gins here on site. Then be guided through a tasting of three of their Gins.
Strictly over 18's only allowed on-site.
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.
FermentHQ offers a range of hands on workshops, masterclasses and demonstrations around the making and enjoying of fermented food and beverages.
Located in this new state of the art incubator for new fermented products in the UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy region renown for it's food culture and at the gateway to the Tamar Valley Wine Route.
Welcome to The Shared Table: a new, intimate dining experience from Mr. Good Guy Devonport, created especially for the local community.
The Shared Table is about giving locals first access through relaxed, small-scale dinners. Guests enjoy a first taste of upcoming seasonal menu changes, a preview of new special dishes, and a behind-the-scenes look at what the kitchen is working on next.
Led by Head Chef Momo Fadly, this monthly, pre-booked dinner series is held on the third Thursday evening of each month. Each event is limited to just 18 guests, creating a social, shared-table experience designed for connection, conversation and great food.
On the night, expect a tasting-style menu showcasing fresh ideas, a welcome drink featuring our latest Asian-inspired tipples, and a hosted atmosphere that's fun, relaxed and never formal.
Upcoming Shared Table dinners include:
- March: Winter Menu Preview – Thursday, 19 March 2026
- April: Mother's Day Preview – Thursday, 16 April 2026
Seats are strictly limited to 18 guests per event. Once they're gone, they're gone!
Where to stay
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/
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.
Winner of the Gold medal at the 2021 Australian Tourism Awards and Silver medalists in 2019, the Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition and Visitor Information Centre is a must-see destination on your Tassie travels.
Home to the world-class Ransley Veteran Car Collection, with over 14 vehicles including the equal oldest Ford in the world - the 1903 Model A. The collection has been lovingly restored and is an outstanding showcase of Australian motoring history.
Visitors can also immerse themselves in local heritage, including stories detailing the fascinating history and unique geological landmarks of the region. The Wonders of Wynyard's art gallery exhibits local creative works, and our gift shop is also packed full of locally made products - the perfect place to purchase a special memento of your holiday.
We all know the best way to get to know a place is by asking a local, and visitors to the Wonders of Wynyard can be sure of a warm and friendly welcome. Conveniently located in the centre of town, behind Woolworths with free Wi-Fi, book swap, clean toilets (with fresh flowers), and long-bay parking, the Wonders of Wynyard is the perfect place to discover the stories behind the scenery.
Waldheim Alpine Spa is a luxury spa and treatment centre located at Cradle Mountain Lodge, one of Lonely Planet's Top 10 extraordinary places to stay in the world. It is a must-visit on a trip to Cradle Mountain.
Waldheim Alpine Spa is encircled by rainforest at the edge of the exquisite World Heritage-listed Tasmanian Wilderness. Soak up views of an ancient landscape from your spa suite as you indulge in the many luxurious treatments offered.
Waldheim Alpine Spa uses completely natural Australian and Tasmanian-made skin care, body care and spa products. There are four therapy rooms - including double treatment rooms for couples. Waldheim Alpine Spa also has a dedicated therapeutic retreat known as The Sanctuary. Here you can ease away the aches of a day's bushwalking, or travelling, in the steam room, sauna, hot tub and cool plunge pool, and then soak in the view as you complete your experience in the relaxation lounge.
The Spa is available to guests of Cradle Mountain Lodge and casual visitors. The lodge is located in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park, two-and-a-half-hour drive west of Launceston (144 kilometres) and a 90-minute drive from Devonport (83 kilometres).
Unshackled – Hobart Penitentiary is the full site experience in one ticket:
Tour the historic site: a guided tour of one of Australia's richest convict sites, wrought by convict labour for convicts, moving through underground tunnels, solitary cells, the prison exercise yard, courtrooms, and the Gallows.
Explore the Convict Memorial: a digital history experience allowing visitors to trace the lives of each of the 75,000 convicts transported to Tasmania between 1803 and 1853.
The Hobart Penitentiary began in 1821 as the Hobart Prison Barracks, built as accommodation for convicts employed in Government public works. In 1834 the surviving Penitentiary Chapel was completed.
75,000 convicts were transported to Van Diemen's Land between 1803 and 1853. Of these 62,500 were male convicts. After 1821 all male convicts were processed here before being given labour assignments across the island.
In 1857 convicts still under sentence were employed in converting two wings of the former Penitentiary Chapel as courtrooms. One wing remained as the prison chapel for the Penitentiary, then known as the Hobart Gaol. The Hobart Town gallows were relocated to the site with thirty-two people executed at the site 1857 – 1946. Some 300 to 400 men had been executed at the gallows on their original site in central Hobart. The Gaol was demolished in 1963 while the courts remained at the site until 1983.
The Deloraine & Districts Folk Museum provides a fascinating insight into our regions pioneering past.
The Folk Museum encompasses the Family & Commercial Inn built in 1863 with the Inn set up as it may have been when the publican lived in it. A Pioneer village consisting of reclaimed and reproduction heritage buildings showcasing the lives and farming equipment of early settlers is set in lovely fragrant gardens of English flowers and native trees.
For a fun day out, bring the kids, bring grandad, there is something for everyone.
Woolmers Estate is one of just 11 Australian Convict Sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, telling the convict story you haven't heard. While sites like Port Arthur tell the story of punishment, Woolmers reveals the Assignment System, where convicts were sent to private properties, learned trades, earned their freedom and often chose to stay. A story of skill, resilience and second chances, told through 18 original buildings still standing across 13 hectares.
Your ticket includes access to both Brickendon Estate and Woolmers Estate, two UNESCO World Heritage Sites sitting 2.8 kilometres apart, connected by the Convict Farm Walk along the Macquarie River, the same ground assigned convicts walked between the two estates. At Brickendon, established in 1824 and still farmed by seventh-generation Archer descendants, more than 20 convict-built buildings make up an intact 1820s Farm Village, with daily animal feeding on a working 465-hectare property.
Also included is Unshackled, Australia's premier convict exhibition, an award-winning digital experience revealing the true story of 160,000 transported convicts through augmented reality, video documentaries and immersive installations.
Guided house tours run daily at 10:30am and 1pm. Open daily from 8am. Tasmanian residents receive free entry when accompanying interstate or international guests. Every visit helps preserve 200 years of Australian history.
Kuuma Nature Sauna, Australia's first sauna boat, is located just 20 minutes south of Hobart at Margate Marina.
Offering the ultimate blend of adventure and relaxation, Kuuma invites guests to step aboard and discover the ritual of heat and cold on the calm waters of North West Bay. Each sauna cruise begins with the gentle warmth of a traditional wood-fired sauna before an invigorating plunge into the clear Tasmanian waters, leaving body and mind refreshed.
The floating sauna is thoughtfully designed for comfort and connection. Sessions are limited to eight guests, creating an intimate atmosphere whether joining a communal session or booking all seats privately.
Alongside the sauna, guests can enjoy change facilities, a seating area with fire-pit, a rooftop terrace and music system. For those seeking more time, extended three-hour charters allow space to fully savour the rhythm of soak, steam and swim while taking in uninterrupted views of Tasmania's wilderness.
Situated at the gateway to the Huon Valley and Bruny Island, Kuuma pairs beautifully with a day of exploring food, wine and wild landscapes. Operating with care for the natural environment and community, Kuuma offers an experience unlike anywhere else.
Those seeking to restore and reconnect are warmly invited to embark on a sauna cruise and discover Kuuma for themselves.
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 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.
Sculptured Gallery has created a gallery housing Tasmanian timber free-form sculptures, furniture, serving platters and boards, plus craft timber pieces and timber slabs for visitors to create their own artworks at home.
Specialising in Huon Pine, Myrtle, Sassafras and Tasmanian Oak, but also have lesser well-known varieties available. The property also has a large park-like garden area adjacent to the gallery, for visitors to wander through. Well behaved dogs, on leads, welcome.
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.
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 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, and the Phenomena Factory; a free-entry interactive science centre providing hands-on education for kids of all ages.
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 sites, free entry. Open daily. Please visit our website for further information.
The West Coast Wilderness Railway Museum at Queenstown Station has been fully refurbished to better reflect the history of the Railway.
Using a combination of original authentic artefacts and informative displays, the museum recognises all those who have played a part in the Railway's story, from its original construction in the 1890s as a means of getting minerals from the mines of Queenstown to the port of Strahan, to its renewal in more recent times as one of the region's major tourism attractions.
Entry to the museum is free and it is open daily, with opening hours reflecting those of the adjacent station ticketing office and gift shop.
Dunalley Bay Sauna was founded by two sauna loving locals who have been enjoying the cozy warmth and beautiful wooden ambiences of saunas for many years.
They both have saunas at home and over a chat (in the sauna), they decided that a sauna for locals and visitors was a compelling idea and the business was born.
Dunalley Bay Sauna is a large 6-person barrel sauna located on the Forestier Peninsula a few minutes past Dunalley.
They get you toasty and relaxed in a beautiful coastal environment. The sauna has an expansive cedar interior and a powerful Finnish heater, with a large panoramic window to enjoy the water view. Choose a bookable group session from the weekly schedule, or opt for the private sessions and have the sauna to yourself.
The Alley is an entertainment venue on the North-West coast of Tasmania. It offers tenpin bowling, escape rooms, karaoke rooms, live music, and amusement arcade machines.
Come along for some fun that is suitable for the whole family! Book in your child's birthday party of just come in for some delicious food and drinks!
The Alley also offers 8 leagues a week for players who like some fun competition and often hosts state-wide tournaments for those who wish to excel in the sport of tenpin bowling.
Narryna was built by merchant, Captain Andrew Haig in 1835-40. Haig had previously built Salamanca Place's earliest warehouses.
Located at the gateway to Battery Point, Narryna's architecture, interiors, collection and garden provide a rich experience of early colonial life in Tasmania.
Ask about our group booking rate and joint ticket with Markree House and Garden, located 200 metres from Narryna and offering insights into Hobart life of the 1920s.
The Tasmanian Transport Museum is located just 8Â km from the Hobart CBD and can be reached easily by car (via the Brooker Hwy) or the Metro Tasmania bus services that go to or pass through Glenorchy.
On selected Sundays the museum operates train rides to Berriedale (30 minutes return) or 15 minute return heritage bus rides. Visit the website for information on our ride offerings.
The Museum houses many examples of road and rail transport including Tram 141, which was the first item to be saved in 1960 for a future Museum. Two of Hobart's electric Trolley Buses and the only double-decker tram to survive from the late 1940s also form part of the museum collection.
Amongst the railway collection is the oldest carriage to operate in Tasmania (AB1 - built in the UK in 1869). The first Main Line diesel-electric locomotive (X1) to operate in Australia and the last built English Electric locomotive ZA6. A number of Steam locomotives are also on display.
A large model railway is on display in the Road Transport Building and on train running days the Tasmania Fire Museum opens their display to museum visitors.
The paranaple arts centre opened in November 2018 and is home to the Devonport Regional Gallery, Town Hall Theatre and the Devonport Visitor Information Centre.
Inside you will discover a centralised information desk to assist visitors with tickets, tourism bookings and enquiries. The customer service counter will also provide visitors with information on current and upcoming Gallery exhibitions and programs.
The centre boasts a creative learning space with activities for children and adults.
The heritage building evolved from the original 1899 Devonport Town Hall and 1902 Courthouse.
The paranaple arts centre is wheelchair accessible including lift access.
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 our 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 us 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.
LARK Distilling Co. presents The Still, a celebration of Tasmania's world-class whisky industry in the centre of Hobart. Showcasing the most impressive local whiskies from across the state and across the country.
A retail and tasting room by day meanders into a suave yet comfortable whisky and cocktail lounge experience as the sun sets and the night unfolds.
Lose track of time browsing the exceptional and extensive Tasmanian whisky collection, pop in for an impromptu tasting or join a more formal experience. If that all seems like too much work, simply sit back in one of the booths and let them take care of the rest.
The Nocton Vineyard was established over 20 years ago & is one of the largest producers of premium Tasmanian wine in the renowned Coal River Valley.
Explore a large range of wines made from expertly grown grape varieties including Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Gamay.
Our Cellar Door is open 7 days per week, where our knowledgeable & friendly staff can lead you through a guided tasting.
Craigie Knowe is the oldest vineyard on the Freycinet Coast of Tasmania and is just 40 minutes from the beautiful Freycinet National Park, now offering free self-contained camping in the vines.
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.
Camping is strictly for self-contained vans as we have no facilities in the vineyard camp ground.
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
Well-known for its delicious home-style meals, a great range is available, from succulent Steaks to Seafood. As well as our main menu we also offer a lighter and cheaper option.
You can enjoy a pre-dinner drink in our sports bar or for those who enjoy a flutter try your luck in our gaming room.
The Seabrook Hotel is located on the Bass Highway, the gateway to the picturesque and rugged west coast. Only 10 minutes from the Burnie Airport.
RA Ulverstone - a newly renovated with a space for everyone - relaxed or more formal dining and great lounge areas for either a pre-dinner drink or snack.
Modern dining with a relaxed rustic twist. Lunch or dinner for a light meal, some shared tapas-style eats, pizza, or a full-on dining experience. AHA award-winning "Best Family/Casual Dining", RA offers an extensive menu with something that is sure to please all.
Delicious bread, pasta, salad, mouth-watering wood fired pizzas, steaks, dessert, etc plus children's menus are available.
7K Distillery is the closest distillery to Hobart's CBD, just 10 minutes away - on the way to MONA! The very heart of our Derwent Park distillery is our handmade copper still. It was made by our founder Tyler - not many distilleries can claim that they’ve made their copper pot still, and it's what sets 7K apart.
A tour of our modern distillery will give you a glimpse of how we master our craft and a sample of some of our award-winning gins and spirits with our hospitable team. Bookings are made via our website.
Welcome to this award-winning seafood restaurant.
You will know you have arrived at Hursey Seafoods when you see the Big Red Cray, nestled under the Nut beside the sea. There is plenty of room to park in a large car park area close to the docks. Often you will see the Managing Director at the slip maintaining his fleet, sometimes joined by wild Fairy Penguins at night.
The dine-in area has plenty of window seats overlooking Tatlows Beach, where you will be swept away by Summer sunset views or beachgoers at play in the Summer sun. Apart from premium seafood, enjoy char-grilled Cape Grim steak or local Nichols free-range chicken.
Stylish family friendly relaxed atmosphere, plus a private function area for your special celebration. Order your takeaway at the ground level area and while your meal is being prepared, check out the stories of our fishing family and fleet, or purchase seafood, including fish fillets, lobster (crayfish), oysters and scallops from the deli. Enjoy your fresh takeaway in the nearby grassed area in the undercover seating.
Step inside, they are looking forward to serving you.
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.
Moores Hill Estate is a family-owned vineyard in the Tamar Valley, Northern Tasmania.
The wines are made on-site at Tasmania's first 100% solar powered winery. We produce a range of wines from Sparkling, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot
Take in the sweeping views over the vineyard from the cellar door and relax with a tasting plate of Tasmanian produce and a glass of wine. Coffee and souvenirs are also available.
Open daily, all year round for tastings, sales and most importantly, a chat about cool-climate wines.
The cellar door is half an hour's drive from Launceston (40 kilometres/25 miles).
Peter & Una Rockliff together with their families have spent many decades perfecting their artisan tasting products. Proudly Tasmanian, Petuna was established in 1949.
In 1983 they opened their retail shop Petuna Seafoods in East Devonport. In 2014 the retail outlet in East Devonport underwent a refurbishment.
Peter & Una Seafoods is a seafood and gourmet delight stocking fresh seafood, gourmet foods, Tasmanian wine and cheeses, delicious deli lines and ready-made meals. Seafood platters, meat, cheese & fruit platters and gourmet hampers are made to order.
Cafe by day, Restaurant by night. Empire Hotel offers a cafe, restaurant, bar and accommodation.
In 1917, AJ Fowler ran a bicycle factory in the corner of the Empire Hotel.
Fowler bicycles became well-regarded in the district and were exported to Melbourne.
At Cycles they aim to reflect this spirit in a casual and friendly setting, bringing you quality seasonal food built on the natural cycles of northern Tasmania.
The Anvers Chocolate Factory at Latrobe in Tasmania's North-West is a chocolate lovers' heaven. Hand-made chocolate truffles, chocolate oranges, fudge and pralines, using fresh Tasmanian cream and butter, single-origin chocolate, fruits, nuts and liqueurs.
Igor Van Gerwen, the founder and head chocolatier, acquired his know-how from his birthplace, Belgium. A selection of tasters are available to tempt you in the Tasting centre and shop.
The Anvers Chocolate Factory is a real chocolate taste sensation and is located in the property known as Wyndarra Lodge, a stylish house (c.1931) set in 2.5 hectares of mature tree gardens.
Anvers has viewing windows so you can see the factory in action; confectionery staff tempering, moulding and enrobing fine chocolates, truffles, pralines, fudge and more. The tasting centre staff can help with your selections and gifts.
There is a small museum on the history of chocolate, and our cafe/restaurant (open fireplace, stained glass windows) specialises in chocolates, hot chocolate in many flavours, chocolate desserts and...more chocolate. Belgian-style breakfast and Tasmanian fare lunches are served, and a range of teas and espresso coffees for the morning and afternoon break.
Eastford Creek Vineyard is located on the beautiful North West Coast of Tasmania. Just minutes off the highway they have a range of premium quality cool climate wines grown and produced on-site.
The beautiful cellar door makes use of agricultural sheds that have been on-site for 140 or so years.
Lovingly brought back to life with careful restoration, they welcome visitors for wine tasting, platters, coffee and to enjoy the landscaped gardens and view down through the valley.
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.
They are a boutique single vineyard, winery and cellar door. They wines are created with care and passion, the vineyard is tended in a holistic and sustainable manner.
The fruit is hand-picked, crushed and fermented in traditional methods with minimal intervention. They have a large range of interesting and experimental wine that showcases the care, passion and dedication that goes into every drop.
This is served in a rustic cellar door in a laid back relaxed atmosphere. They also have onsite glamping accommodation.
The Honey Pot, located in the picturesque Huon Valley, and now on Bruny Island, offers the complete Tasmanian Honey experience. The Honey Pot is owned and run by local beekeepers and has a wonderful range of delicious Tasmanian Honey.
In store, you will find premium honey varieties such as the famous Tasmanian Leatherwood honey, and also Manuka honey from Bruny Island. Indulge in a honey ice cream, and other gourmet honey treats including honeycomb, honey with ginger, honey mustard, creamed honey and honey mead.
The Honey Pot has a great range of honey and bee inspired gifts as well as skin care products, beeswax candles, and healthy honey sweets. At The Honey Pot you can enjoy free tastings, and also watch the queen bee and all her workers, busy making honey in the observation hive.
The Honey Pot is just a 25 minute drive south of Hobart, on the Huon Highway, and is open seven days a week. The Bruny Island shop also open 7 days and is located at 2184 Bruny Island Main Road, Bruny Island, directly opposite the Cape Queen Elizabeth Walk.
Alexandria is a gracious Federation style home built from 1905 on the banks of the Inglis River 1.5 km from the Town Centre of Wynyard and Burnie Airport, in North West Tasmania offering services of High Teas, Lunches, Garden Parties, Community Events/Fundraisers, Corporate Meetings and Wedding ceremonies for small groups situated on a historic piece of land dating back to the 1850's.
We can cater up to 14 people for high teas (minimum per booking is 10), lunches and corporate meetings. For garden parties and community events we can cater for a maximum of 30 people. Number of guests for wedding ceremonies is 50-60 people.
Forward bookings are essential.
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 'Worlds 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.
Great single malt whisky has a strong sense of place, and Hellyers Road Tasmanian Single Malt Whisky has the deepest of roots.
Based in North West Tasmania, enjoy a tour of the distillery to discover how some of Australia's finest single malt whiskies are crafted. You'll also have the unique opportunity to bottle your own whisky straight from the cask and take home a taste of North West Tasmania.
The Cellar Door, open daily from 10 am to 4.30 pm offers breath-taking views of Emu Valley, tastings of award-winning whiskies, and the World's best cream liqueur.
The Cellar Door has received international recognition, being inducted as an Icon of Whisky into the Whisky Hall of Fame and attracts 35,000 visitors a year, it is an easy 30-minute drive from Devonport.
Australia's most awarded distillery at World Whiskies Awards 2024 & 2025.
Accessibility: Accessible walkways and parking.
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