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.
Friday 19 March 2027 - Sunday 21 March 2027 (Annual) South Hobart
Kunanyi Mountain Run is an epic 3-day trail running festival, that celebrates running, community, and the famous mountain on Hobart's doorstep. You're invited to run with Kunanyi (Mt Wellington), known for its rich culture, history, and incredibly diverse landscapes.
With 10 run/hiking events (ranging from the Foothills 5 kilometres to the Ultra Solo 66 kilometres), there are options for all running (and walking) abilities.
The Palawa (Tasmanian Aboriginal people) generously welcome and share Kunanyi with trail runners. Whether you're a seasoned ultra runner or new to trails, you're invited to discover your own connection with this very special place.
Thousands of runners and supporters have started their own KMR stories. Will you join them in 2027 to run, connect, and celebrate five incredible years?
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 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 6 August 2026 - Saturday 29 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.
Thursday 20 August 2026 - Sunday 23 August 2026 (Every 2 years) Hobart
The Australian Antarctic Festival celebrates Australia's unique connection to Antarctica through science, exploration, heritage and family-friendly experiences.
Hosted by the Mawson's Huts Foundation, the free four-day festival will feature Antarctic technology and equipment, educational activities, live talks, virtual reality experiences and opportunities to engage directly with the people behind Australia's Antarctic program.
The festival is an opportunity to celebrate Tasmania's Antarctic connection with both the local community and visitors from interstate and overseas.
From the heroic era of Douglas Mawson through to modern Antarctic science and climate research, the festival celebrates the people and organisations shaping Australia's ongoing presence in Antarctica.
The Australian Antarctic Festival continues to grow alongside Hobart's international reputation as an Antarctic Gateway city. Hobart is one of only five internationally recognised Antarctic Gateway cities and is home to one of the world's leading Antarctic research and logistics networks.
The festival highlights Hobart's globally significant role within the Antarctic sector with Tasmania having been described as the "beating heart of Antarctic logistics".
Friday 30 April 2027 - Sunday 2 May 2027 (Annual) Queenstown
DIVERGE Skyruns is a 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.
Wednesday 12 May 2027 - Saturday 15 May 2027 (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 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.
The Devils Cardigan is a challenging gravel cycling race set in the North East of Tasmania with competitors choosing between two 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 2027, 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.
Dark Mofo will return in full for 2027 with an ambitious art and music program, alongside Dark Mofo rituals Winter Feast, the Ogoh-Ogoh, Night Mass and the Nude Solstice Swim.
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Saturday 26 June 2027 - Saturday 17 July 2027 (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 2 July 2027 - Sunday 4 July 2027 (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, Hot Dub Time Machine and the Beautiful Girls, 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.
Sunday 8 August 2027 - Sunday 12 September 2027 (Annual) Latrobe
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.
Lutruwita/Tasmania wasn't always an island. Millions of years ago, it was joined to Antarctica as part of the supercontinent Gondwana. Step into deep time on this guided field experience along the Tasman Peninsula. Designed as both an educational tour and a hands-on citizen science survey, this full-day field practical invites participants to actively observe, record, and interpret the landscapes around them.
Led by geologist and science communicator Dr Hannah Moore and ecologist Yoav Daniel Bar-Ness, the day begins at the Cubed Espresso lookout overlooking Pirates Bay, where we'll unpack the region's geological story, from layered sedimentary strata to the towering Jurassic dolerite pillars that define Tasmania's southeastern coastline.
From there, we'll convoy to Eaglehawk Neck to investigate the remarkable Tessellated Pavement and dramatic coastal cliffs, before continuing to the geological playground of the Blowhole, Fossil Bay, and Tasman Arch to examine the powerful forces that have shaped this coastline over millions of years.
This event is part of Beaker Street Festival 2026
Top Dog Film Festival: The Ultimate Cinematic Celebration of Dogs.
Get ready to fall in love all over again. The Top Dog Film Festival returns with an electrifying collection of films that prove dogs aren't just pets—they're heroes, healers, and the best friends you never knew you needed. Witness jaw-dropping adventures, heart-melting rescues, and brilliant canines whose intelligence will leave you speechless. Meet the passionate humans dedicating their lives to helping four-legged companions thrive.
This two-plus hour cinematic experience brings you the finest short films from visionary independent filmmakers across the globe—each one a testament to the unbreakable connection between dogs and the people they choose to love. From laugh-out-loud moments to tears of pure joy, these carefully selected stories will remind you why dogs hold such a sacred place in your heart.
Don't just watch from the sidelines—be part of something extraordinary. Grab your tickets now and join a community of dog lovers for a cinema experience you'll never forget!
Get your tickets before they all sell out – you'd be barking mad to miss it.
One screening only.
This program is exempt from rating but would be considered a PG program.
Sorry no refunds.
Devil's Corner Firelight is a winter experience shaped by Tasmania's wild beauty, where fire, landscape and flavour come together under open sky.
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Hazards coastline, guests gather around open-air fire pits, with rustic seating creating intimate pockets of warmth in the heart of the elements. Crackling flames, crisp coastal air and the glow of firelight set the tone for a deeply atmospheric experience.
Wrapped in woollen throws and surrounded by soft, flickering light, guests can settle in and savour exceptional Tasmanian food and wine, designed to be enjoyed slowly. Here, winter isn't something to escape, it's something to lean into.
Your Firelight experience includes a delicious platter of Tasmanian artisan cheese, locally sourced cured meats, pickled winter vegetables and preserves, quince and seasonal accompaniments, wood fired damper served warm with infused hot honey butter with native pepper berry, matched with a bottle of Devil's Corner Cool Climate wine.
Firelight is about connection to place, to season and to the simple pleasure of warmth in the wilderness.
Offer if available for Tasmania's Off Season 2.00pm -4.00pm Friday. Saturday and Sunday from Friday May 8th, until Sunday August 30th
*In inclement weather, retreat to the cozy warmth of the Devils Den and continue the experience in comfort.
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation within 3 days of the event; no refunds will be issued.
Experience the thrill of the cliff at night!
Enjoy the beautiful lights of the city and take your adrenaline to a new level.
Night Adventures operate on a limited number of scheduled nights.
Unwind with Tamar River Cruises this August for a special sunset experience on the water.
Departing at 4:45pm, cruise through the spectacular Cataract Gorge and along the serene Tamar River as the evening sky comes alive with the warm colours of sunset. Guests will be welcomed aboard with a complimentary glass of local Tamar Valley wine and invited to simply sit back, relax and soak in the beauty of the river at sunset.
As the city lights begin to appear and the sun dips behind the surrounding hills, take in the peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery from a unique perspective.
Whether you're looking for a romantic evening, a catch-up with friends, or simply an opportunity to slow down and unwind, the Tamar Sunset Cruise offers the perfect winter escape.
Ready to slow down, warm up and truly relax this winter? This event is part of Unwind (13–23 August), Launceston Central's debut winter wellness festival. With a program ranging from candlelit yoga and meditation, to craft clubs and sunset cruises, there's something for everyone.
If you're craving movement, mindfulness and connection, explore the full program for Unwind online.
Sunday 16 August 2026 - Saturday 22 August 2026 Launceston
Ready to slow down, warm up and truly relax this winter? Join Tamar River Cruises this August for a special sunset experience on the water.
Departing at 4:45pm, cruise through the spectacular Cataract Gorge and along the serene Tamar River as the evening sky comes alive with the warm colours of sunset. Guests will be welcomed aboard with a complimentary glass of local Tamar Valley wine and invited to simply sit back, relax and soak in the beauty of the river at sunset.
As the city lights begin to appear and the sun dips behind the surrounding hills, take in the peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery from a unique perspective.
Whether you're looking for a romantic evening, a catch-up with friends, or simply an opportunity to slow down and unwind, the Tamar Sunset Cruise offers the perfect winter escape.
This event is part of Unwind, Launceston's debut winter wellness festival. Explore the full program for Unwind online.
Live music at Hadley's Orient Hotel every Saturday with Michael Roberts.
Enjoy a wonderful evening out in Hobart at the Art Bar at Hadleys.
Free entry.
Michael Roberts is a Tasmanian musician and producer who worked for many years in Sydney and toured internationally.
At the grand piano he plays and sings from a huge repertoire that embraces different eras from the American Songbook through the golden years of the '60s to the '80s and '90s. You could hear classics from Lennon/McCartney, Elton John and Billy Joel.
From Burt Bacharach, Simon and Garfunkel, Carole King and James Taylor to Australian classics from Paul Kelly, Crowed House and many others. Requests are welcome.
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.
Ease into the weekend with the smooth sounds of live jazz and acoustic sets at Urbane. Each Saturday evening, we bring the bar to life with local talent, curated cocktails, and that unmistakable late-week buzz.
Music usually kicks off from 6pm, but you're welcome to come early, settle in, and sip something special.
Artists change weekly, so make sure to follow our Instagram or Facebook pages to see who's playing!
Happy Hour runs between from 3pm - 6pm on Saturday, with 2 for $20 cocktails and wines plus $8 beers.
Bookings recommended to secure your table but walk-ins welcome.
Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour 2026 – 10th Anniversary!
A decade of inspiration. A decade of community. A decade of being gutsy.
Celebrate 10 years of Australia's premier adventure film tour spotlighting women who absolutely send it! Since day one, Gutsy Girls has been championing fearless female adventurers who push boundaries, shatter expectations, and prove that gutsy is a way of life, not just a moment.
This milestone year brings you two and a half hours of heart-pounding action and soul-stirring stories from remarkable women around the globe. Experience a diverse collection of films varying in both length and style that showcase climbers, paddlers, runners, riders, and explorers redefining what's possible in the adventure world.
These aren't just films. They're powerful testaments to human potential. Watch determination transform into achievement, fear give way to courage, and ordinary women accomplish extraordinary feats that'll have you plotting your next challenge before the credits roll.
Whether you're an experienced adventurer or someone who dreams big from your place of comfort, these stories will ignite your spirit and remind you why they've been doing this for a decade.
The Gutsy Girls Adventure Film Tour offers inspiration in spades.
Join the 10th anniversary celebration. Tickets selling fast—collect your crew, grab yours now and let's make this the gutsiest year yet!
Find out more at the website.
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/
Wander the charming Federation Street and see how ordinary people lived more than 100 years ago.
Discover the lifestyles and aspirations of our forebears through rooms that are alive with personal treasures, memorabilia and tools of the trade. It is easy to get lost in the charm and detail of the general store or be relieved that, as far as kitchen and laundry appliances go, things have moved on!
And in the Early Burnie exhibition, explore Burnie's beginnings as a privately owned enterprise and follow its progress through the 19th century. Learn about early exploration and the exploits of the Van Diemen's Land Company; life in the region for early settlers; and the events which led to Burnie's first economic boom at the turn of the 20th century.
Check the website for up to date exhibition information.
Pedal Buggies Tasmania is located in Ulverstone on Tasmania's beautiful north west coast. Pedal Buggies are a fantastic family fun activity catering for all ages.
A variety of pedal buggies are available, from single, double or family buggies. There's even a buggy where several people can pedal together on the one buggy. During your hire of about 40 minutes, you will travel approximately 5km on shared pedestrian/cycle paths through various parks and alongside the Leven River.
A wheelchair trailer is available and can be towed behind certain buggies. Pedal buggies are often suitable for persons unable to ride a normal bicycle. Pedal buggies are a fun way to create some special memories with family and friends exploring Ulverstone's lovely parks as you pedal along the shared pedestrian/cycle paths.
It's time for outdoor adventure at Camp Clayton — where courage is discovered, friendships grow, and unforgettable memories are made!
Get ready to take on the Big Four and explore over 20 incredible activities designed to build teamwork, confidence, and resilience for all ages. From high ropes and flying fox challenges to beach games and bush adventures, there's something for everyone. And when the rain rolls in? The fun continues indoors with a full-size stadium, indoor rock wall, and plenty of creative options to keep the energy high.
Set on more than 70 acres of coastal bushland overlooking the stunning Bass Strait on Tasmania's North West Coast, Camp Clayton is the ultimate destination for outdoor fun and adventure. Whether you're joining a guided program or making the most of the free-to-use activities, this is the place to explore, connect, and grow.
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 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.
Blue Tree Gallery is a contemporary art gallery, built from an old shipping container at Moina, with a focus on mental well-being and emotion, raising awareness for mental illness through a visual arts practice, normalising vulnerability, whilst also showcasing many artisan gifts and souvenirs all made right here in Tasmania. "Come for the Art Stay for the Coffee". Enjoy a takeaway coffee while walking through the gallery.
At Blue Tree Gallery, they believe in creating a space that celebrates local artistry and fosters an environment of serenity and mindfulness. They are dedicated to providing a platform that promotes mental well-being through artistic expression and dialogue. In essence, our gallery serves as a space where individuals can connect with the powerful emotions held within art.
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.
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).
The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) is Tasmania's leading natural and cultural heritage organisation which serves as a custodian of our island's rich heritage.
Explore an extensive collection of art, artefacts and natural history specimens and discover some of the most significant heritage buildings in Australia which are located on the TMAG site, just a short walk from the Nipaluna/Hobart waterfront.
Browse the galleries to experience TMAG's rich blend of permanent collections, touring and temporary exhibitions and special displays. Free tours are available on select days.
Admission is free.
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.
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.
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.
Design Tasmania, one of Australia's leading design organisations, is the centre for design, culture and enterprise in Tasmania. Dedicated to nurturing and championing creative practice in Tasmania since 1976, they encourage creative risk-taking, facilitate new work and collaborate to broaden the national and international audience for Tasmanian design and craft and build the audience for design.
Design Tasmania is a destination attraction for tourism in the state's north, welcoming visitors from across Australia and the World, and promoting design and craft through exhibitions and retail. Housing one of Australia's most significant contemporary timber design collections, Design Tasmania's Launceston City Park base is recognised as one of the world's best contemporary buildings.
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.
Twamley Farm is a 7,000 acre, working farm situated on the Tea Tree Rivulet just east of Buckland.
The original sandstone homestead built-in 1842 sits at the top of the valley and is a former home to famous 19th century Tasmanian artist and writer Louisa Anne Meredith. You can stay in this unique accommodation or come for an event or celebration.
They offer a range of cooking classes by appointment for groups of 6-8 participants. Gather a group of friends and get in touch to book your cooking school and long lunch experience with Gert & Ted at Twamley Farm.
Twamley Farm offers a picturesque and stylish country venue for bespoke events, weddings and celebrations. Working in partnership with Gert & Ted Gourmet Catering, they offer a range of sumptuous food and wine packages, tailored to your needs, in order to create a truly memorable celebration with your family and friends.
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.
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.
Clarendon is one of Australia’s most imposing and romantic pastoral homesteads. The house, attributed to convict architect, James Blackburn, features a double storey portico reminiscent of the mansions of the American South. Clarendon was built in 1838 by James Cox, wool grower and merchant, and son of William Cox, who had built the road over the Blue Mountains in NSW in 1815. Set in seven hectares of riverside parklands, the house retains its service wing, walled garden, impressive rural outbuildings and rare elm avenue. Furnished to the 1838-1850 period, the house also features changing exhibitions of historic fashion from the 1830’s to 1960.
Visitors can access a range of AR digital content via their smartphones that adds a contemporary edge to this attraction. This has been created as part of the ReAssign project that links historic Tasmanian Northern Midlands properties - Clarendon, Woolmers and Brickendon World Heritage Sites, Glover Country (colonial artist, John Glover’s house open on occasion) and the Clarendon Arms hotel / restaurant in Evandale.
Clarendon is located on the banks of the South Esk River. Also on site, the Australian Fly Fishing Museum celebrates the history of this recreational sport with displays of fishing equipment, art and artefacts.
Clarendon is a location for photographers and filmmakers. It is an ideal wedding venue and the perfect spot for a leisurely family picnic.
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.
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.
Coal River Farm is Tasmania's hub of cheese, chocolate, and farm restaurant.
See handmade batches of cheese and chocolate being made daily, purchase our delicious treats in the restaurant or wander the orchard while overlooking the Coal River Valley.
Visit their website to see what is happening at the farm today.
The Art of Sparkling showcases the making of one of Tasmania's most iconic products world-class Sparkling Wines that rival the finest Champagnes.
Take a guided walk of the grounds and learn all things Josef Chromy. Learn about sparkling wine production and trial your own dosage to create your perfect bottle of Sparkling to keep.
Finish with lunch in the hatted Josef Chromy Restaurant. Experience commences from the Cellar Door at 11.00am and is available on request.
Craft distillery offering a tasting experience and sales in a beautiful location on Bruny Island.
These internationally awarded gins and spirits have many happy customers around the world.
The Josef Chromy Winery and Restaurant is located just 10 minutes south of Launceston in Northern Tasmania. The property comprises a 61 ha vineyard, state-of-the-art winery, cellar door and restaurant. A renowned Tasmanian traditional method sparkling house, Josef Chromy Wines also produces premium table wines including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc. The Josef Chromy Wines Cellar Door has been recognised as Northern Tasmania's Best Large Cellar Door in the 2021 Gourmet Traveller Wine Awards. Cellar Door is open 7 days.
The Josef Chromy Restaurant has been awarded One Chef Hat every year since 2017 and proudly showcases the freshest local produce. Casual, outdoor dining is also available, with our Brasserie menu offering platters and kids' meals.
Dining is available 7 days over summer and Thursday to Monday from May to September.
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.
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.
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.
The Cellar Door is open 7 days per week, where knowledgeable & friendly staff can lead you through a guided tasting.
The Freycinet Marine Farm sales room is located near Coles Bay on Tasmania's east coast. They are a two-and-a-half hour drive form Hobart and two hours from Launceston - part of the very popular Great Eastern Drive.
The sales room is open every day from 9 am until 5 pm, offering freshly harvested mussels, oysters and local Tasmanian Rock lobster, scallops and salmon all from Tasmanian's waters. You can sit in the garden setting at one of the picnic tables or enjoy lunch on one of the coastal beaches. Tasmanian wine and beer are also available from the sales room. The farm is made up of six different growing regions, totaling just less than 185 acres and is a mixture of estuarine and fully marine growing areas. The estuarine areas are in the Great Swanport River estuary.
The marine zones are offshore from the Freycinet National Park and are open to the Southern Ocean to the south. Come and join them to taste the love from the ocean at the farm gate shop.
Once distillery and bond store, the LARK Cellar Door and whisky bar in the heart of Hobart offers the finest range of LARK single malt whiskies. The full range of spirits is available for purchase by the bottle, often including some exclusive or hard-to-find releases.
LARK whisky is a vision borne from a fishing trip in the Tasmanian Highlands. It was on this trip that Bill and Lyn Lark became determined to craft a world-class whisky, made from pristine Tasmanian ingredients. Thus, in 1992, the LARK household became the first Australian distillery to produce single malt spirit in 154 years.
Evenfall Vineyard, Restaurant and Cellar Door is the heart of your Tamar Valley tour.
Savour the beauty and flavours of Tasmania in a stunningly grand and welcoming atmosphere with sweeping views over the Tamar. A passion for incredible Tasmanian farming shines through in every dish and every glass.
Evenfall Restaurant offers a memorable dining experience complete with roaring fireplace in the Off Season. Relax under the weeping willow trees overlooking the Pinot vines or on the deck with views over the Valley. The perfect setting.
The tasting room showcases Evenfall, Bellebonne and Wellington and Wolfe wines and offers vineyard and winery tours, barrel tastings and curated food pairings.
Bangor Vineyard Shed is an award-winning vineyard, restaurant, and function venue, located 35 minutes from Hobart Airport and 45 minutes from Hobart CBD, on Tasmania's tourist route to Port Arthur.
Open 7 days a week, for wine tasting, and all-day meals showcasing local produce. Book a Bangor vineyard tour, wine and food pairing experience, or wine and chocolate pairing experience. Phone, email or online booking for a table for lunch. Large groups welcome by appointment.
Bangor Shed is a stunning building, incorporating beautiful Tasmanian timbers, architecturally designed to take in the picturesque views over Bangor vineyard and Blackman's Bay. Bangor is all about fine wine, fresh local produce, sweeping views, and a warm rural welcome that'll make you want to stay awhile.
Bangor Shed is a premium event venue that will impress for your next meeting, business event, corporate incentive group or function. They cater for everything from small meetings and private lunches, up to larger seated dinners and cocktail-style functions. They will arrange activities for your group from wine tasting in the vines, to local meet-the-maker food experiences, to guided walks. You have the whole 6,000-hectare award-winning Bangor property to create a unique experience for your group to remember.
Why not helicopter to a remote headland on Bangor, and stun your guests with dramatic coastal views and premium Tasmanian food and wine!
Award-winning dining on the edge of Macquarie Harbour.
Take a seat beside floor-to-ceiling windows or dine alfresco on the water's edge as the sun melts into the harbour and boats settle for the night. This is refined Tasmanian dining – intimate, seasonal, experiential.
Immerse yourself in quiet, reflective harbour views while enjoying regional cuisine at Risby's, the signature restaurant.
Explore the ever-evolving seasonal menu while sampling the finest produce available and discover why our restaurant won a 2023 Australian Good Food Guide Readers' Choice – Regional Award.
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.
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.
Set in the foothills of South Hobart beneath Mt. Wellington, they're home to the oldest operating brewery in Australia, Cascade Brewing Co.
Proudly local, they're passionate about celebrating their Tasmanian brewing history.
The doors and heritage beer garden are open seven days, serving up the best of Tasmania in a glass and on a plate, accompanied by their warm Hobart hospitality.
Charles Reuben Estate is an award-winning vineyard and distillery in Tasmania's renowned Coal River Valley wine region. Located in Tea Tree, just five minutes northwest of Richmond (8 kilometres and 30 minutes north of Hobart (35 kilometres), it offers exceptional wines and spirits in a scenic setting.
Established in 1989, their three-hectare vineyard features Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling, alongside select Bordeaux varieties. For over three decades, they've crafted high-quality wines, earning recognition for their distinct character.
In April 2019, they expanded with a specialized brandy distillery, producing European-style small-batch fruit brandies and Cognac & Armagnac-style aged brandies. Their award-winning eau de vie (aqua vitae) is made onsite from locally grown fruit, celebrated for its versatility—ideal for cooking, desserts, or as a digestif.
Just seven minutes off the beaten track, their estate is set in Tasmania's finest grape-growing region, working with an acclaimed winemaker to produce rare, distinguished wines from one of the valley's oldest vineyards.
Their cellar door is open by appointment, inviting guests to experience our passion for winemaking and distillation. For a tranquil retreat, the 'Pinot Cottage' offers secluded, self-contained accommodation with two bedrooms, a European kitchen, a spa, and a wood fire.
Discover Charles Reuben Estate, where tradition and innovation meet in every sip.
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