Tasmania is Australia's smallest state, it packs a punch and has loads to offer. Historic towns, World Heritage Listed Wilderness areas, pristine beaches, rugged coastline, gorgeous mountains, hiking, wildlife, and a terrific food and wine industry will make your taste buds EXPLODE.
You can take a Campervan Rental Hobart and drive around Tasmania and enjoy every bit of it and above that doing a road trip is the best way to explore the island. Even though it is a small state it does take longer to drive around than you would anticipate, so don't rush, but slow down and take more in. There are some interesting places to visit in Tasmania which are described as follows.
You can take a Campervan Rental Hobart and drive around Tasmania and enjoy every bit of it and above that doing a road trip is the best way to explore the island. Even though it is a small state it does take longer to drive around than you would anticipate, so don't rush, but slow down and take more in. There are some interesting places to visit in Tasmania which are described as follows.
- Hobart
Hobart is charming, inviting, walk-able, and one of Australia's oldest cities with lots to do in and around the area. The history is still alive with its 19th Century sandstone warehouses that now serve as cafes, restaurants, and artist' studios. Quaint cottages and colonial mansions are all over the small city. And there is the backdrop of Mount Wellington rising above the city and the River Derwent racing through its heart. Get a dash of history by wandering around the historic harbor, Battery Point, and Salamanca. Also, there is the incredible MONA museum.
- Richmond
Historic Richmond is a lovely small town within easy reach of Hobart to spend a few hours exploring the historic sites. Richmond is home to Australia's oldest bridge built in 1825 and Australia's oldest Roman Catholic church, St. John's. You can also check out the Richmond Gaol and just wander around the town looking at the numerous heritage buildings.
- Port Arthur
You can find history, drama, beauty, and sadness in spades in Port Arthur. It has a violent and troubled history as a penal colony for some of Australia's hardened convicts. It is one of the best things you can do in Tasmania and if you are based in Hobart it is accessible via a day trip.
- Bruny Island
It is a beautiful Island beautifully rugged with towering sea cliffs and deep sea caves, fur seals, fairy penguins, an abundance of bird life, and if you are visiting the right season, you get the opportunity to see migrating whales. Bruny Island is an easy day trip from Hobart, and the best way to experience Bruny if you only have half a day is with local legend Rob Pennicott from Pennicott Wilderness and Journeys.
- Coles Bay
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Coles Bay is set in a spectacular location with uninterrupted views of the red and pink granite peaks known as The Hazards. It is a small town with a few shops and cafes. The Tombolo Restaurant and coffee bar is famous for its great coffee and wooden fired pizzas, so don't miss it. The town is mostly known as the gateway to Freycinet National Park.
- Freycinet National Park
Freycinet is spectacular, peninsular pink granite mountains, pure white beaches, coastal dues and dry eucalyptus forest. Within this peninsular is the famous Wineglass Bay, a beach consistently rated as one of the world's best. Three pink granite peaks- the Hazard mountains-rise dramatically, protecting the bay from the infiltration of humanity. The Hazards beach is pure, remote, desolate, peaceful, and breathtaking.
- Bay of Fires
Bay of Fires on the northeast coast of Tasmania is a region of pristine white beaches, blue water, and these incredible rock formations in which the color is produced by a lichen. It is wildly regarded as one of the most beautiful places in Tasmania. It is a two and a half hours drive from Launceston.
- Bilong Bay
It is a small coastal town situated at the southern end of the Bay of Fires. It has got a beautiful beach and also there is a famous Binalong Bay Cafe that serves a great coffee and delicious desserts which you can enjoy with an awesome view of the beach.
- Bicheno
Bicheno is a wonderful beach and offers the coastal walk around to the rocky headland overlooking the bay. The town is primarily a fishing port popular with holiday makers and retirees for its mild climate and sunny weather. Also, it is well-known for seeing fairy penguins.
Thus, Tasmania is filled with so many thrilling and historical places that give you a life-changing experience.
Thus, Tasmania is filled with so many thrilling and historical places that give you a life-changing experience.
