What to do in Southern Tasmania

Activities, attractions and tours

Southeast Tasmania featuring interior views
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Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania
Photo provided by Tourism Tasmania

Places to Visit in Southern Tasmania

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1. Salamanca Place

Salamanca Place is at the heart of Hobart’s vibrant cultural and artistic scene. The district’s distinctive large sandstone warehouses have attracted many galleries and artists, keen to exploit these perfect spaces. Spend the day browsing the different exhibitions, as well as exploring the many boutiques, quirky cafés and gourmet restaurants.
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Salamanca Place featuring night scenes, a city and street scenes

2. Constitution Dock

Stroll past historic buildings, enjoy a meal at a waterfront restaurant or grab a snack from a fresh seafood stall at Hobart’s Constitution Dock.
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Constitution Dock featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating

3. Port Arthur Historic Site

The UNESCO-listed Port Arthur was one of the British Empire’s most brutal penal settlements. Located on the stunning Mason Cove, the natural beauty of the landscape stands in stark contrast to the history of convict prisoners who were sent here, condemned to hard labor. See these stunning ruins at your own pace or on a guided or themed tour.
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Port Arthur Historic Site featuring building ruins, heritage architecture and a castle

4. Mt. Wellington

A day at Mount Wellington, in Wellington Park, is the perfect way to experience the natural beauty of Tasmania’s landscape. On your journey to the 1,271-metre summit, you’ll come across remnants of huts and shelters that date back to the 1800s, a testament to the enduring popularity of this spot as a recreational park.
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Mt. Wellington which includes a sunset, general coastal views and views

5. Mount Field National Park

Explore preserved tracts of ancient forest and secluded alpine landscapes and walk through shady fern gullies to some of the world’s tallest trees in Mt. Field National Park. It is part of a larger World Heritage-listed national park that has been protected for over a century. Come here to see some of Tasmania’s rugged and remote landscapes within an easy drive from Hobart.
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Mt. Field National Park

6. Museum of Old and New Art

Plan a day trip to take in the vast collection, and grand design, of Australia’s largest privately owned art museum. MONA stands for Museum of Old and New Art and the galleries showcase emotive and sometimes shocking modern art along with old artefacts and antiques.
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Museum of Old and New Art showing modern architecture and interior views

What to do in Southern Tasmania


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Salamanca Place featuring night scenes, a city and street scenes

Hobart Central Business District

4.5/5(2,762 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.

Hobart Central Business District
Battery Point which includes street scenes and a house

Battery Point

5/5(1 area review)

Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.

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Sandy Bay

The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Sandy Bay. A stop by Wrest Point Casino or Long Beach might round out your trip.

Sandy Bay
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Howrah

Howrah is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Howrah Beach and Little Howrah Beach.

Howrah
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery featuring interior views and art as well as an individual male

Sullivan's Cove

Sullivan's Cove is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Tasmanian Waterfront.

Sullivan's Cove
Richmond

Richmond

Step back in time in this colonial town as you explore more than 50 Georgian buildings that have been brought back to life as cafés, restaurants and stores.

Richmond

 

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