Discover everything Tasmania has to offer with our ultimate travel guide of things to see and do in Tasmania. Tasmania’s capital, Hobart, is filled with cultural attractions and festivals as well as the world-famous Salamanca Markets. Explore the regional destinations to uncover Tasmania, including trekking in the western wilderness, snorkelling in the East Coast or wine tasting in Launceston and the north. It’s all so accessible in Tasmania.
Things to do in Tasmania
Tasmania produces some of the country’s best cool-climate wines. Follow Wine Tasmania’s wine routes, showcasing the four wine touring options across the state. Wine routes are found north of Launceston in the Tamar Valley and east to Pipers River. In the south, the Derwent, Coal River and Huon Valleys form the Southern Wine Route and are all within easy reach of Hobart. Here are ten of the best Tasmanian wineries worth a stop on the Southern Wine Route.
Whichever direction you head, there are wild walking paths to follow in Tasmania. There are plenty of short walks to navigate and enjoy the great outdoors, or for the more adventurous, hike the overland track to Cradle Mountain, or if you’ve dreamed of doing a multi-day walk through Tasmania’s coastal wilderness, here are five of the best luxury Tasmanian wilderness walks.
From protected anchorages, scenic, uncrowded waterways, to the wild waters of the Great Southern Ocean, Tasmania is a sailing paradise. Sail Wineglass Bay and see the famous Freycinet coastline from the water. The East Coast is a popular playground for snorkelling, and a plethora of diving centres line the southern coast.
Tasmania has a jam-packed events calendar of sporting and cultural events and festivals. Dark Mofo is the midwinter arts and music festival presented by Mona, celebrating the dark through large-scale public art, food, film, and music events in June. If you’re visiting in summer, Taste of Tasmania is a food festival showcasing Tasmania’s quality food and wine. The iconic Sydney to Hobart yacht race is considered one of the world’s most prestigious and difficult yacht races, starting in Sydney on Boxing Day and ending in Hobart to much fanfare and celebration.
Where to stay in Tasmania
You’ll find options in Tasmania to suit every budget, from camping and caravan parks, budget hotels, to beachside holiday houses, boutique hotels and luxury accommodation. Wondering where to stay in Tasmania? Whether you’re planning a family holiday, city break, adventure holiday, romantic getaway or luxury experience, there is a destination to suit your style, from a beach holiday on the East Coast to trekking in the central wilderness.
Where to eat and drink in Tasmania
There is a lot to love about Tasmania. The small-town vibe, the culture, the people, but above all else, you’ve got to love the food! There is no place that celebrates local produce so proudly as Tasmania. Tasmania’s natural beauty is delivered right to your plate with our foodie experiences in Hobart. Hobart’s food scene has welcomed some exciting new restaurants and wine bars in recent times, and there’s never been a better time to eat and drink your way around Australia’s southernmost capital.
