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On a planned journey or unexpected detour, Tasmanian road trips are full of surprises.

From beautiful coastal drives to misty highland highways, foodie-themed routes, winery circuits and lonesome country backroads, Tasmanian road trips come in all shapes and sizes. Getting from A to B might not take all day, but you’re guaranteed some scenery and an adventure or two along the way. To enhance your trip, download the Discover Tasmania app for real-time tips and updates tailored to your location.

Road trips by region

Choose from forays into World Heritage wilderness and salty coastal escapades, or meet the makers along a foodie trail. Pick a region and start plotting your driving adventure.  

Kid on the flying ziplines, smiling with their arms out to the side, located at the Hollybank Wilderness Adventures.

The Northern Forage

Follow food from paddock to plate
Ariel of Wineglass Bay, a traveller stands on a rock looking at the view.

The Southern Edge

A journey defined by river and sea
Yellow autumn trees cover Church St, Ross, with old sandstone buildings to the left of the image which include a bakery.

The Heartlands

Rich in history, stories and beauty
Apsley Gorge

The Great Eastern Drive

Soak up the sparkling coastline
Stunning wide angle image of a person walking along a walkway out to Pumphouse Point, among Lake St Claire.

The Western Wilds

Dramatic landscapes and local legends
Top down shot of food on the table at Ghost Rock Wines.

The Tasting Trail

Stock up on gourmet treats
Satellite Island

Wine trails and cellar doors

Sip your way through four regions
Group of four sit outside one of the Corinna huts, amongst dense bushland.

Gather the crew

Fun and feasting across the island

Road trips for romance

Islands have always epitomised seclusion and romance, and a road trip through Tasmania well and truly upholds the tradition.

Romantic road trips

Couple running along a pier, about to jump into the Floating Sauna Lake Derby, surrounded by stunning wilderness.
Floating Sauna Lake Derby
Jason Charles Hill

Road trips with friends

A visit to Tasmania is a journey best shared with friends. Grab the crew for a whole lot of fun and feasting in the island state.

Road trips with friends

Two women enjoying a drink and cutting cheese while two men walk over to join them with an assortment of beers at Bruny Island Cheese Co.
Bruny Island Cheese Co.
Adam Gibson

Plan your road trip

Plot your pathway across Tasmania with our interactive Trip Planner, helping you explore, build, save and share your itinerary before you hit the road.

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A man sits in his car, parked by the seaside, pointing at a map
Swansea
Jason Charles Hill

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