The Richmond Bridge is a beautiful and historically significant spot, and definitely worth stopping by if you are visiting Richmond. Built in 1825 by convicted prisoners, this picturesque sandstone bridge spans the Coal River and stands as one of Tasmania’s oldest and most iconic structures. It is a wonderful place for a short walk where you can appreciate the combination of history, architecture, and natural beauty all in one scene. The surrounding landscape is peaceful and scenic, with friendly ducks waddling around adding to the charm of the place. Behind the bridge, you will find a lovely area filled with blossoms and colourful flowers, perfect for taking photos or simply sitting back and enjoying the view.

Title: Beautiful Historic Bridge Review: “Richmond Bridge is absolutely stunning and full of history. The architecture is beautiful, and the peaceful surroundings make it a perfect spot for a walk or photos. A must-visit if you’re in Tasmania!”

We stopped by Richmond Bridge and it’s such a charming little spot. The bridge itself is beautiful — old sandstone, historic, and surrounded by peaceful views. It’s great for a quick walk, some photos, and soaking in a bit of Tasmania’s heritage. The area around it is cute and easy to explore, and the whole place has a relaxed, small-town vibe. Definitely worth a short stop if you’re in the area!

DUCKIES! Such a beautiful small town with adorable duckies around. A lovely place to spend the afternoon with lots of greenaries and the duckies are an absolute gem! A very peaceful vibe. Absolute loved it and I came back from Hobart a second time during my short trip.

Richmond Bridge is over 202 years old, and it’s amazing to see how well it’s been preserved. I was so happy to walk around the area and take in its charm. The peaceful surroundings and historic feel made the visit even more special.

Richmond Bridge makes history feel beautifully immediate. Built by convict stonemasons in the 1820s, its sandstone arches still carry cars and walkers over the Coal River without fuss. From the middle of the span you get that classic view: willow trees dipping into the water, St John’s Church steeple rising just beyond the ridge, and ducks tracing lazy ripples below. Early or late in the day, warm light turns the stone a soft gold and reflections double the scene almost perfectly. Take a slow wander and the craftsmanship stands out. Hand-tooled chisel marks remain visible in many blocks, and a few stones bear the initials of the men who laid them nearly two centuries ago. Plaques at each end share the bridge’s backstory without overwhelming you, so even a casual stroll leaves you with a sense of the engineering challenge and the convict lives behind it. The surrounding parkland invites a longer pause. Grassy banks make an easy picnic spot, local swans drift by hoping for crumbs, and a short path leads to a vantage point ideal for photos. Parking lines the road near the bridge, public toilets sit a minute’s walk away, and Richmond’s bakery and cafés are close enough to grab a pastry or coffee before you settle in. Whether you visit for colonial history, photography or just a quiet riverside break, Richmond Bridge rewards every unhurried step.

Take a look on how beautiful this Bridge. I am so happy we ended up going until the Bridge when visitinha Richmond. Ohhhhh, it was perfect to take pictures and to see ducks and a huge blooming sakura just at the entrance of the Bridge walkway. You have to see it!

Every time I have visited Bruny Island, taking the ferry has been a wonderful experience. However, today (06/03/2025) around 4:40pm my return trip was poorly organized and disappointing. Upon boarding the ferry, I was directed to the last parking spot under the roof—an area usually reserved for smaller cars. I hesitated to park my big car in such a tight space, but the staff member insisted that I fit in, positioning me right at the end, partially outside the roof. When it was time to disembark, I immediately felt that my car wouldn’t have enough clearance. As I attempted to exit, my car scraped against the structure, and the left-side mirror was slammed shut. When I informed the staff member about the damage, his response was dismissive and rude. He simply stated that it was the only available spot and that nothing could be done. In reality, I could have waited for the next ferry, which would have been a far better option than risking damage to my vehicle. I am not making this up. This experience was frustrating and disappointing, and I hope better care is taken in the future to ensure all vehicles are parked safely.

It is a place where you can take a ferry to Bruny Island. The beginning of the trip is always exciting. And we don't know what will happen, so we can travel more in the present. Traveling to Bruny Island with a map is an unforgettable memory.

We had a very disappointing experience during our holiday. The customer service staff, particularly one lady, displayed behavior that felt racism . At first, she asked us to return and join the queue again — which we accepted as our mistake and complied with. However, just as we were about to board the ferry, we were told once more to go back to the queue. This was both surprising and humiliating. When we approached customer service for clarification, they insisted that we had cut the line twice, without offering any evidence. Despite our request, they refused to show us the CCTV footage and the staff member showed no willingness to apologize. As a result, we spent almost two hours trying to board the ferry, only to be treated unfairly and judged based on her words alone.

Bruny island is stunningly beautiful and definitely worth a visit but take a good book for the length of time you have to wait for the ferry! We had to wait over an hour at each end which is ridiculous for a 15 min trip. Need to do some serious work on this!

It would be great if there was a clear instruction or road sign half a km away so that people can know leftmost lane is the one to take ferry. We have to go all the way and had to do the U-turn towards the end. Also the lady at the payment was rude and seems agitated. It is difficult for the holiday makers with the navigation to go to ferry.

The ferry are always on time, I highly recommend arriving at the wharf 20mins ahead of schedule, there's always a line of cars waiting so it's best to be there earlier or you may miss the ferry. Once you're on the ferry you can also get down to stretch your legs and enjoy the view. If you're lucky you might also get a chance to see some dolphins swimming alongside with the ferry 😄🐬!!

Easier to book online than to pay at the ferry. Ferry is very prompt, it left at the time it said it would on the timetable (don't dawdle). Nice views and toilets aboard.

What a hidden gem! We absolutely loved our stop here. The owner is an incredibly warm welcoming lady. Such great stories to tell and knowledge to share. All of the produce is of such a high standard. From the cheese and vodka, to the creams and soaps. The passion they have for what they create is very clear. Highly recommend!

Amazing little place. Great views over the channel from their cafe. Superbly crafted cheese, unique flavours like the gin herbalist and drunken admiral. Their spirits made from the whey are amazing. The tasting is good value.

I gave friends a gift voucher, and visited with them. We had a very cheesy lunch, which was very tasty - a platter of 4 different cheeses to try, with bikkies and a fruit paste, and a fondue, bread and fruit & nut paste. One cheese was a blue so mild & delicious the two no-blue people not only tried it, but went after more. Its softish, crumbling texture with bubbles was amazing. We were there for a relaxed chat, and were served with matching energy, and watched two others make butter by hand-crank at a nearby table (I remember doing this in my grandmother's churn - it takes prolonged effort). For me, the view is a real draw.

I had booked a mixology experience, the location is well sign posted and easy to find which was a good start. Amazing views, there is a distillery and cafe as well and their products were delicious. The mixology was to create a gin of your own flavours using about 30 different botanicals. A fun way to spend some time and very interesting.

Really relaxed experience. The staff were accommodating and very knowledgeable about the produce they provide. The cheeses are next level nice, the Pinot cheese was a delight! The atmosphere here was very relaxing with expansive views to take in while enjoying a selection of food and beverages. The cheese melt was a welcome addition to our winter outing.

We were only there a short time but the story was so interesting I would Love to go back with more time to hear and try more..... Well set up and nicely set out, just a really pleasant place with Amazing views across the channel. Such a Lovely Family.

We drove an hour and a half round trip only to be told they were too busy to serve anyone — even though there were hardly any guests there. The staff member was not particularly warm and did not invite us to the deck or anywhere else, just told us to come back later. There was also no explanation of any booking system, contrary to what has been suggested in the owner’s response. The views are lovely, but the service and attitude were very disappointing. A real shame given the beautiful setting — we had been looking forward to visiting but left feeling quite unwelcome.

A lovely walking trail of about 2 kms from the first sculpture to the last one, the 9th. This spot is the 1st one (1833) if you start from the city centre. A little bit of rolling terrain and some steep down and up hill on a couple spots but really give a great view from a different vantage point. I finished the trail by follow the St George parade to St George church then back to the city centre and that took me about 2 hours going at a leisure pace. A little histories and facts in each sculptures were quite interesting however the sculpture itself haven't really been maintained. There was a lot of fun in looking for the actual sculpture in some spots as well! Definitely a recommended trail to walk when you're in Hobart city!

This is really not my cup of tea normally but thought I would give it a go. I did like it and enjoyed the walk. I started at the second station at the top of the hill. Some of the locations were a little trick which added to the enjoyment of trying to find them. I thought there were some other sculptures they could have added and made it longer. All in all it was a bit of fun, my wife and I enjoyed the journey.

Not enough signs nor sculptures. It’s very unclear where to start or finish so we just made the most of our walk by checking out the houses and the views of the water but as far as a sculpture trail goes even 1 star is too generous!

Nice, easy, stunning walk by the water, filled with history. Feels like a little scavenger hunt to find sculptures along the trail

An amazing way to spend an hour or so. We got to see parts of Hobart we would have missed and learnt some stiff along the way.

It's a little cryptic where to go or what the sculptures are. They're named with non-continuous numbers, which adds to a bit of confusion. Always lovely to have a walk, though!

Not much to tell about nothing. No sign posts to guide you around the sculptures. No very visitor friendly

What an amazing Saturday market! This is definitely worth planning a trip around if you want to shop locally and for me especially, for souvenirs for the family! There are so many great stalls from gifts, food, alcohol and more plus local artists playing their music for some fun entertainment! Special call outs for me were (see pics) Cheeky Devil Roaster - they are great. They took the beans and ground them for me to take home to my family to try as well~ love the coffee and love the hat! The Artesia Pewter company what amazing and beautiful pieces they have. I bought wine stoppers for the family members back in America with their favorite Aussie animal. The Tee-shirt shop with such great prices and sizes. Plenty of styles both male and female and some nice light coats too! Ned Pickering Arts for playing an assume fiddle!

It is highly recommended, everyone. There is nothing quite like gaining a deeper understanding of the city. This is one of the most enjoyable local weekly markets one could experience. You can find a wide variety of items here. I particularly enjoyed the fresh produce, food, and apparel. The atmosphere is quite pleasant for exploration. You will certainly have a delightful day there.

Yes, go! There are so many stalls, there’s something for everyone!! We had sausage in rolls for breakfast with some fresh apple juice from another stall. We got some socks as well as the most delightful ring, recycled from a vintage spoon! The day we went , there was a cruise ship in town, but it wasn’t overcrowded. Plenty of space that stretches right up the hill.

We zoomed down at 8.30 am to the iconic market on Saturday in Hobart . We beat the crush of crowds from a visiting cruise ship that worsened until we left at 10.30am. Photographs, vintage goods, tastings, great coffee and lots of Tasmanian artisans . What’s not to love? My American visitor loved it and left clutching a pile of gifts for home. I left clutching a heap of vintage posters, fabulous sourdough, empanadas and black and white photographs of Hobart .

Great day out. Variety of stalls selling high quality products and produce. Not a place to get a bargain but great to sample products straight from the supplier. Very much takes pride in the products produced in Tasmania.

Love this market with lots of local delicacies and goodies. From gin, whiskey to mead, grab a quick seafood skewers with delicious lobster bisque till handmade craft, perfume oil and souvenirs. You name it. Especially love d mead tasmanian home made cookies and muesli. Will go back

Great variety of local produce, artists, food, drinks, & amazing hard-crafted items. Spoilt for choice! Spent quite a few hours browsing here. Took home quite a few treasures. The market is set just near the docks, so we also got to see the new 'Spirit of Tasmsnia'. You can see Mt Wellington from here, a majestic sight. Great food, drinks, & music. The stallholders were lovely to talk to & full of local knowledge. Loved our day here.

It was my wife and I second time visiting Tasmania visiting from Melbourne and first time visiting Hobart Zoo and Aquarium. Words cannot describe how amazing our experience was. From seeing all the animals and the newly addition aquarium and also being told there will be more in the future, we will definitely come back. I was told of the owner Stuart’s vision of the zoo and aquarium in bringing more animals and fish which excites me and can’t wait to come back. Being able to feed the animals was such a magical experience and something I will never forget. Lastly our first time feeding meerkats and that was a priceless and unforgettable moment for my wife and I. Special mention to Karinda for guiding us through the meerkat feeding experience, she’s such an amazing and lovely person who is so passionate about not only her job but importantly animals. We will definitely be back!

This zoo is located on a farm site. It is fairly easy to drive to and has a good variety of animals. adored the highland cows and the rare white lions. Little kids seemed to thoroughly enjoy animals as you can feed some of them. There is also an indoor kids playground. There is ample parking available. A small Cafe is located inside pricing is reasonable. Good experience, inexpensive and can now say I saw a Tasmanian Daredevil in Tasmania!

Zoo Doo was lovely. Some animal enclosure lack signage. Staff and volunteers are excellent and are happy to chat and share their experiences and knowledge. There is alot of work to upkeep the grounds, fencing so your work is endless so everything you do is appreciated. Gift shop is awesome and reasonably priced. Lots of parking and plenty of locations to sit watch the animals or kids play. Keep up the great work everyone.

We recently visited Hobart Zoo and Aquarium, previously known as the ZooDoo, and honestly had such a great time! It was a spontaneous little outing for us as a couple, and it turned out to be a really fun and wholesome way to spend a few hours. Admission is $37 per adult, which at first felt a little on the higher end for a smaller zoo - but once you’re inside, you start to see why Hobart Zoo and Aquarium is not a huge, commercial-style zoo- it’s more personal, interactive, and down-to-earth. It’s clear that they care deeply about the animals, and the whole experience feels thoughtfully curated. We spent about 2 hours walking around, and that was the perfect amount of time to see everything without feeling rushed. The layout is easy to follow, and you get up close to many of the animals. One of the best parts was being able to feed some of the animals using tokens that are $3 a pop - which you can buy only at the entrance with multiple stations to redeem them inside. Feeding kangaroos, cows, smaller animals like rabbits and guinea pigs and even some farm animals was such a fun touch, and would be especially exciting for kids. Although the Zoo is clearly geared toward families and larger groups (which makes sense, given how interactive and animal-focused it is), it still worked really well as a smaller outing for just the two of us. There’s something really sweet about wandering around, feeding animals together, and just enjoying the relaxed atmosphere. We saw lots of laughing kids and families having a blast, so if you’re thinking of coming with children, they’ll absolutely love it. A pleasant surprise during our visit was the newly added aquarium, which you’ll find through the café area. It’s a small but nicely done space, and a great little bonus to the visit. There’s even a small touch pool, which adds an extra interactive element - especially fun for kids, but honestly just as enjoyable for adults curious about marine life. It’s a quiet, calming space and a great addition to the overall Zoo experience. The café itself is also a nice spot to take a short break, with indoor seating and some outdoor views. It's perfectly located if you want to grab a coffee or snack before heading into the aquarium. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the animals looked well cared for. Enclosures were clean, and many of the animals seemed comfortable approaching visitors, especially during feeding. If you’re in the Hobart area and looking for something light-hearted, easygoing, and interactive - whether as a couple or with friends or family - Hobart Zoo and Aquarium is definitely worth a visit. It’s not a massive zoo, but that’s part of its charm. You leave feeling happy, and maybe a little more connected to the animals than at a larger, more commercial park. Highly recommend for a fun half-day activity. We’ll definitely come back again!

I'm thoroughly impressed with the recent upgrades they are truly impressive! The staff's warm hospitality makes the experience even more enjoyable. The aquarium is a major highlight, and I really enjoyed hand-feeding the animals and bird feeding. The gift shop offers a good variety of souvenirs or gifts for loved ones and the food at the cafe is delicious! I highly recommend this zoo.

We loved our time at this zoo! We were surprised by how fairly priced the tickets were and being able to interact with the animals at no extra cost. You can tell the zoo keepers love what they do and love their animals. So lovely to see. Thank you for an amazing experience!!

I recently visited Hobart Zoo and Aquarium (formerly Zoodoo Zoo) with my sister who was visiting from the US, and I wanted to give us an experience we couldn't get anywhere else. I'm so glad I splurged on the $750(AU) VIP encounter package for two – it was absolutely worth it! While I realize that it depends on how many others happen to sign up the same day, we were blessed to have a dedicated keeper for the two of us. The Incredible Encounters We participated in encounters with koalas, a black-headed python, cotton-headed tamarins, marmosets, a black cockatoo, meerkats, squirrel monkeys, servals, Tasmanian devils, and the highlight – the lion encounter with Lions Raw. Each experience was thoughtfully curated and genuinely special. Outstanding Staff Emma was our primary guide throughout the day and she was phenomenal. She ensured we learned fascinating details about each animal, never once making us feel rushed. Her passion and knowledge really enhanced every encounter. The lion experience was absolutely breathtaking. First we were able to feed them with tongs through the fence at the front of their habitat. Then Emma and Karinda (who was hilarious and wonderful – we could genuinely be friends!) took us behind the scenes to the lions' holding area. We were told about the safety protocols, the health care and enrichment activities for the lions. Then they set out the food and brought each one in. Hearing the lions vocalize up close – feeling the vibrations in my chest with only the cage between us and no plexiglass – was truly awe-inspiring and something I'll never forget. Jody at the front desk was also fantastic, answering all our questions and making sure we had everything we needed. The Owner Makes All the Difference What really impressed me was meeting Stuart, the new owner. When we stayed until the end for Lions Raw (4-5pm), he asked for feedback. I mentioned that we'd somehow missed the koala and squirrel monkey encounters, despite being told the package included everything. Without hesitation, Stuart personally took us to both encounters after closing time while the zoo was shutting down. His dedication, humor, and passion for the animals and his vision for the zoo really shone through. This level of customer service is rare and deeply appreciated. The Transformation It's clear Stuart is investing heavily in the zoo's future. New aquariums have been added, and construction is ongoing in various areas – all without interfering with the guest experience or animal viewing. The park is evolving beautifully and I can’t wait to see how it progresses. One Small Disappointment The only letdown was that the open bus ride through the paddocks (which allowed guests to pet and feed zebras and camels) is no longer offered. This was actually why I chose to return to this zoo after visiting in 2017. While you can still see these animals in the fields, the interactive experience is gone. Given the premium price we paid, I'd hoped this might still be available, but I understand changes happen under new ownership. It does sound like there is a plan to bring something back but in a different way. Final Thoughts Despite the one disappointment, this was an extraordinary day that my sister and I will treasure forever. The animal encounters were incredible, the staff was exceptional, and Stuart's commitment to both his animals and his guests is evident. If you're visiting Tasmania and want a truly memorable wildlife experience, I highly recommend Hobart Zoo and Aquarium. The VIP package is pricey, but for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, it delivers. Thank you to Emma, Karinda, Jody, and especially Stuart for making our Tasmanian adventure unforgettable!

Liked the impactful stories shared and experience to be within the compounds. Great to learn a bit of history and join into the tour. Friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable staff.

Just an amazing and harrowing story. A beautiful and minimalist reconstruction of an important part of Australian history. My daughter and I took the 1130 Notorious Strumpets & Dangerous Girls tour - fantastic experience. Our guide was Marcelle and she brought seven women to life for us, I can’t thank her enough. Thoroughly recommend this to everyone.

We were on a little ride to the Cascade brewery and past through here on the way so decided to stopped for a visit. Booked in for the 2 pm Notorious Strumpets & Dangerous Girls tour which took about 75 minutes. The place is mostly walls and outline on the floor left, with one cottage in the corner of Yard 3&4 where our tour took place. The tour staff, Mark, was very good at story telling and make great impressions which made it fun to listen to the stories. However I'm just not the type to like sitting around for almost an hour so I didnt enjoyed that. The story of how woman in general used to be treated in the past and how much they were not allow to do just very depressing and sad! I think the self guided tour with audio I can play from my phone would have been much more enjoyable for me so I can walk around while listening to the stories. I also really enjoyed reading the stories of different woman who was here on a little plated cards scattered around the place. Overall a place full of important histories!

This place is an absolute must if you are in Hobart. I have a thing for old gaols and asylums (weird I know) and this is the first one anywhere in the world that made me cry. Definitely do the tour the guise is amazing and very informative. If you are like me, you will leave there with a sense you have to learn more about the women that spend time there so important we learn and tell their stories. Such a sad past such a beautiful tribute to them.

There is no doubt that the history of the Cascades Female Factory is tragic and deeply affecting. Learning about the lives of the female prisoners and the children born in confinement is truly heartbreaking. Their suffering, resilience, and the harsh realities they endured left a lasting impression on me. I had studied their stories before visiting, hoping to connect with the actual site where so much hardship occurred. Unfortunately, as a visitor, I was extremely disappointed. There is no clear guidance, signage, or explanation of what to expect, and when you arrive, you are essentially faced with four plain walls and a few brick outlines on the ground. The site relies entirely on your IMAGINATION to visualise the scale, structure, and conditions of the prison. There is no way to experience the environment or feel the atmosphere of the place without prior research. The ticket staff were correct in recommending a guided tour. Without it, there is almost nothing to see. Even with the tour, the main “site” consists of a vacant area, where the guide shows an A3 sheet drawing of the original prison layout. You are standing on empty land while listening to the stories, and although the narratives are compelling, the physical experience is underwhelming. I had expected to see at least one preserved room, wall, or structure, which could convey the isolation and harsh conditions these women endured. Instead, it felt like $37 was being paid to simply listen and imagine. The site could have been vastly improved with informative signage, preserved rooms, or interactive displays. The lack of tangible elements makes it hard to emotionally connect with the history, despite its importance. If you have a VIVID IMAGINATION, the visit may offer some understanding, but for most visitors, reading their stories online provides far more insight and emotional impact. In short, while the Cascades Female Factory is historically significant, the visitor experience is severely lacking, leaving much to be desired. It is a place that touches your heart in concept, but fails to deliver in practice.

A must visit cultural attraction. Because there is very little physical evidence left, it's best to take the short guided tour. Our guide was brilliant. She conveyed the terrible reality of life in this place with humour and respect. The facility is modern, clean and informative. The shop has a plethora of great feminist writing, both new and old. Take your time and absorb.

Having lived in Hobart for an extended period I decided that it was time to do The notorious Strumpet tour today. OMG it did not disappoint. The fantastic storytelling of the lives of seven convict women transported to Van Diemans land made me proud of my own convict heritage. These defiant, strong and myriad characters and voices bought to life. I cried, I laughed and got goosebumps with the tales of such Bravery and loss. The stories were told with such pure and genuine passion that I hung on every word. Couldn’t recommend this experience highly enough. A must see tour for all!

Cascade Brewery is definitely worth a visit for any beer lover. The historic setting is absolutely stunning — nestled at the base of Mt. Wellington, the grounds and heritage building offer a truly unique atmosphere. The beer? Excellent. You can really taste the craftsmanship in every pour, especially if you enjoy classic styles done right. The ambience overall is very pleasant — relaxed, scenic, and perfect for an afternoon out. However, the staff interaction left a bit to be desired. While they were efficient and polite, they didn’t seem particularly keen to engage or offer much beyond the basics. It felt a bit transactional, which was a shame given how welcoming the rest of the experience was. Still, if you're after great beer in a beautiful setting, Cascade delivers. Just don’t expect a chatty or overly friendly service experience.

This place is popular for good reason. Book in advance. Theres plenty of beers from various breweries and the food was really good but the portions a bit on the small size for the price. The parma was only average and I would skip it as it was a bit tough. Smash burger was awesome. And the Brisket was a highlight.

The last time I was here I did the tour (highly recommend it) but thus time around was strictly for business. Strictly for dining only. It was a lovely sunny day so eating outside among the scenic established garden was the order of the day. You'll find plenty of tables outside, but if it's busy and no tables are avaible you could simply sit on the grassy areas and treat it like a picnic. If outside dining isn't your thing then there are tables inside too. Staff were friendly on arrival and I chose the burger and chips for lunch with a pint Mercury Cider. It all came to about $40. The burger was delicious and the chips made too perfection though a few more added would have been appreciated but definitely not a deal breaker. Overall it's a delightful experience, especially on a nice warm day and surrounded by those awesome gardens. I wont wait so long for the next meal.

What a great find, just outside of Hobart CBD. This place is steeped in history and surrounded by the most beautiful gardens and greenery. The food was absolutely delicious! Next time I'm in Hobart, this is one of my first stops!

Came for the iconic building set amongst the mountains, the Brewery Tour, and of course the beer. Susie was a fantastic tour guide and extremely knowledgeable! The history of this place is anbsolutely interesting. Would definitely recommend a visit.

Great place to grab a meal in the shadows of the Cascade Brewery Factory. Dabbled on a few of the brews and also enjoyed their hearty sausage stew, washed down with a fruity pale ale. Merchandise is also available to purchase.

100% recommend the cascade to anyone visiting. Stunning grounds, and good food and beers- both reasonably priced. Would also recommend doing the brewery tour because the history is pretty interesting and you get a tasting paddle at the end 😊

An Absolut Must !!!!!! If you love out the box,eccentric and exploring this is for you. Not sure for kids as I feel my lot would only switch on when the boobs were on display. 10/10 staff were great and facilities also fantastic. Go and have fun.

MONA 🤩 what an absolutely fantastic museum (especially if you're not a traditional museum-goer like myself). I cannot recommend MONA enough, it is so good! Fun, quirky, confronting, interactive and educational. There is something for everyone. The entire space is so well set up, with different levels offering different installations and artworks. On the ground level you'll find a dimly lit, but classy bar and café space. Hands down, an absolute cracking attraction to visit when in Hobart. Its an easy 5 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Wonderful !! If you enjoy innovative and quirky, surprising art in a unique, impressive setting, DON'T MISS IT !! There really isn't anything like MONA anywhere else in the world !! We're seniors from Sydney and we loved it, arrived at 10 and didn't leave until 3. Make sure you allow at least 2 hours, but more is better !! We were staying not far away and didn't have any problem parking. You can also buy tickets there ( and avoid the booking fee ) , but I wouldn't risk that in peak times.

Mona!!! What can I say about this museum! The place itself (outside) has a nice view, lots of interesting art pieces where you can take photos, and even a trampoline for kids! As for the museum itself — well, it’s not really my type of museum, but I was curious to see what was inside. It turned out to be quite a strange place, with some creepy photos and artworks that might not be to everyone’s taste! On the underground level, be cautious — there’s an adult-only area, so definitely don’t bring your kids inside! Some parts are really creepy and could even give you nightmares. There’s also an old tomb that I believe hasn’t been opened — it felt like something from the pyramid era! As for the value… hmm, I think the ticket price is a bit overrated. Would I come back? Maybe not — once is enough! Hahaha.

Utterly amazing. By far the best gallery I have ever seen. Breathtaking displays and architecture. Lovely ferry trips to and from the gallery. Our visit to the MONA is the absolute highlight of our holiday so far.

The building is incredible. The highlight of all the exhibits is a machine that takes a crap a couple of times a day. If your into watching machines shit you’ll love the MONA. Empty a bin out in the local park and admire the modern art you create and save yourself the entry.

Loved Mona. We took the ferry and paid extra for the 'Posh Pit'. The museum is just amazing. We spent 5 hours there, but will have to come back as we couldn't see everything. I have been to a few museums all over the world and this is my new favourite

Fabulous experience to be at the top after snowfall. Great views of the city and far beyond. There is an indoor glass viewing area to keep you warm & shelter from wind. Plenty of parking and restroom available. Pinnacle road can be quite busy at peak times.

Excellent view from Mt Wellington. A bit tricky to get to the summit if you aren’t steady on your feet. Inside observation area is clean and comfortable. Viewing deck is great and public toilets are very modern and very clean!

Beautiful views of Hobart and the surrounding area. Cool place to see some snow and experience some extreme weather. The temperature dropped quite a lot on ascent and the wind at the top was very fast, but that also made it fun and unique. I recommend to bring some warm clothes and a wind breaker to go for the few short walks at the top.

Mount Wellington/ Kunayi is an imposing, spiritual and majestic natural mountain right in the middle of Hobart. I used a local tour company to drive to the top of the mountain and the views are absolutely amazing. A definite must for visitors to Hobart. IMPORTANT TIP: Do not pass on the opportunity to use the toilet/ portaloos on the way up to the mountain. It takes about 40 minutes for a bus to get to the top and very little toilet opportunity for toilet breaks.

The place in itself was nice with unique alpine and subalpine plants. It has got several viewing platforms and information boards which was really helpful. People said it is usually windy even in summer but when we went there it was extra windy than usual so our car was also shaky. We went to the Pinnacle lookout and observation shelter where we were able to enjoy a full panoramic view of Hobart. Also, the wind was not able to distract us in the observatory as it was enclosed.

Mount Wellington was one of the highlights of my trip to Hobart. The view from the top is absolutely spectacular, offering an incredible panoramic scene of the city, the river, and the surrounding landscape. It truly captures the natural beauty of Tasmania. The drive up the mountain was very enjoyable. The road is well-maintained, surrounded by lush greenery, and the scenery along the way makes the journey just as pleasant as the destination itself. I was also fortunate to have clear weather, which made the view even more impressive once I reached the summit. It can get quite windy at the top, which is expected given the elevation, so make sure to bring something warm or hold onto your belongings securely. My main advice is to check the weather conditions and road access before heading up, as the summit road can occasionally be closed due to weather changes.

This place is absolutely amazing! A must-visit on any Hobart trip. The pinnacle area offers mind-blowing views — truly breathtaking scenery all around.

We had a FANTASTIC visit! The sanctuary has a nice variety of animals who have been rescued. They offer free tours, which I highly recommend. The host was very friendly and knowledgeable and took her time to answer all of the questions. The kangaroo area was a blast. There are about 100 kangaroos laying about waiting for a nice scratch and the sanctuary provides snacks for you to feed them. The Tasmanian Devils were a real treat as well.

This wildlife sanctuary was quite well maintained and curated for the size. It's pretty small though and only takes under an hour to explore slowly. There are an impressive number of free range kangaroos but they're totally lacking interest in the food given to feed them as everyone gets a free bag. They were already full at 10:30am on a weekday. Probably the best part about this sanctuary is how close and visible the wildlife is, and how placid and portable the kangaroos are. You can pat them easily as they're all laying around.

This is a great place to visit! It’s a private organization that runs on donations and entrance fees, and they do amazing work helping animals that are injured or can’t go back into the wild. They have Tasmanian devils, parrots, echidnas, and kangaroos. It was a pleasant and fun experience to see this place and the wonderful care they give to the animals. Highly recommend!

We had a stellar visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. We were advised to stop in during the day first, and that was excellent advice — the wildlife hospital is active then, and you can see the rescued animals being treated and cared for. During the day we saw plenty of birds, lizards, snakes, and more kangaroos than I could count. Their behaviour is both sweet and slightly bizarre: if you find the right spot on their chest that they can’t reach, they turn themselves around and line up for a scratch, clearly loving every moment. We returned in the evening for the private premium night tour, and it was worth every penny. There were four of us, and we were taken through the enclosures to feed and meet the nocturnal animals up close. We now have a ridiculous number of photos of us feeding and petting them. Highlights included the echidnas, the little wombat, and the opossum — though the Tasmanian devils and quolls are absolutely must-sees too, and only rank “second” because the others were in a class of their own. Our host was super informative, and we peppered him with questions which he handled easily. We learned about how the sanctuary is funded, the volunteer rescue network, how animals arrive, how they’re rehabilitated, and the individual stories behind many of the residents. It really brought home how worthwhile the effort is — this is a genuine, ongoing mission to protect and help native wildlife. It’s also worth remembering that your ticket helps support all of this vital work. A small note of guidance: you get out of this experience what you put in. If you’re visiting with very young children, a daytime stop may be enough, and the night tour might feel too long. If you’re only mildly interested in animals, the daytime visit could be sufficient and the evening tour a stretch. But if you — or your (pre-)teen kids — are truly into animals and their wellbeing, this is absolutely fantastic. A really special experience. Highly recommended.

Best tour ever. We did the night tour on a Friday. Our tour guide, Jessie, did a great job! We got to feed kangaroos, echidnas (bug porridge), devils (with tongs!) and spotted quols - “baby faced assassins” There were only 5 of on the tour. It was great! The new clinic is wonderful. You can look in the windows and watch the vets work. They do training with the animals. most of the smaller animals will walk onto a scale. Also got to pet a wombat. More later. One of my top ten days!!!!

I accidentally left my watch in the restroom during my visit to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, and the team was incredibly kind and helpful. They not only found it but also took the time to carefully pack and post it back to me — even sending me the tracking details! I truly appreciate their honesty, professionalism, and warm service. Our visit that day was wonderful — the animals were lovely, the staff were friendly, and the whole experience was absolutely worth it. Highly recommended! 🙏😊

The main reason I wanted to come to Australia was to visit Tasmania as it’s always been a dream of mine to see a Tasmania Devil. After years watching Looney Tunes as kids, it spawned a desire to see an actual one. Our guide at the sanctuary was really knowledgeable and gave us insights to the Wombats and Tasmania Devil that were definitely eye opening. The history of the reasons behind the little Devil being named as such, it’s current struggles in the wild with it facing a contagious spreading cancer and it’s temperament, an animal you don’t want to ever try and approach due to its strong bite! We were lucky to see 2 brothers in their natural habitat and watch their feeding! The Kangaroo feeding is beyond amazing especially if you live outside of Australia. This is a once in a lifetime experience for any one of any age! So thankful to be blessed enough to have the opportunity! This sanctuary is also a rescue with a hospital on site. This is a must do while In Tasmania if you are an animal lover and is definitely worth continual financial support if you are so inclined.

We came for lunch and the food is just phenomenal. Service is also really fantastic and they had a great selection of drinks including cocktails. Unfortunately we were driving so couldn't take advantage of the main attraction - the whiskey. I'll be recommending this place to anyone and everyone visiting Tasmania.

A brilliant distillery experience. We opted for for lunch and a whisky tasting and even though we didn't have time for the tour I felt we still learned a lot about the whisky. Josh who looked after us was an exceptional host, his wealth of knowledge and infectious enthusiasm was a highlight of the whole experience. Even though it is described as a distillery that does food instead of a restaurant each course we had was delicious and paired well with the 8 seperate drams we got to sample.

An unforgettable stop in Oatlands! The whisky here is world-class — smooth, complex, and beautifully crafted. The tasting experience is informative and personal, with passionate staff guiding you through each dram. The food is equally impressive. Locally sourced, expertly cooked, and perfectly paired with the whisky — especially the pork belly and chocolate tart! A perfect blend of history, flavour, and Tasmanian hospitality. Highly recommended! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Worth a stop by if passing through. Happened on this place accidentally in search for a toilet and it became my favorite piece of architecture I have seen in Tasmania. The whole vibe is wonderful. We did not do the tasting or tour but even without it is worth the stop. Lots of history and information and an overall nice place to be. (Go get the scones at the pancake and crepe shop next door while you are here. Thank me later)

Such a wonderful experience at Callington Mill! The whisky tasting was excellent with a great variety to try, each one smooth and full of character. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the location itself is beautiful with so much history. A must-visit for whisky lovers in Tasmania!

Spectacular lunch and drinks. The photos speak for themselves. All the staff were lovely and very attentive. The only feedback I'd give is around providing a baby change table in upstairs bathrooms so team members don't have to be taken off the floor to provide access downstairs.

On the drive home to Hobart, we took a spontaneous detour into Oatlands and stopped at Callington Mill. what an incredible piece of history! Next, we wandered into the Callington Mill distillery, where we were greeted so warmly by Will. We each decided to try a tasting paddle, and what an experience it was! Every whisky was exceptional, making it nearly impossible to choose a favourite —but in the end, we left with a bottle of El Sol single malt, matured in ex-Sherry fortified wine casks from Jerez, Spain. Absolutely divine. The hospitality was just as remarkable as the whisky, making the entire visit unforgettable. Without a doubt, we’ll be back ~ to dine, to explore, and to soak up more of this beautiful place.

My partner and I went up River with the talented operator Archie, cruising on the plane enjoying tremendous views, darting upstream along winding river banks and across many rapids. Experiencing this boat carving through the pristine Huon River is a memory we will enjoy forever. Heavily recommend, it's a bang for buck experience. Easy to book and pay through the website.

Very enjoyable and educational trip along the Huon River. Our driver was very lovely and while there was a bit of a fun adrenaline rush at times, we always felt very safe and didn’t get wet at all. 10/10 will be recommending to family & friends

One of the best experiences ever, the guide was very informative and the jet boat was extremely fun and worth it. I suggest you go there. The staff at the counter were really nice and held a long conversation. Toilets outside and inside the Cafe for anyone needing them.

Had lunch today. Food and chai were good. The staff were wonderful. Pleasant and happy. All smiles. A delightful experience including the little lapwing that kept me company.

I did this tour in 1990 and have just done it again with the family. So much fun, great to have John our driver.explain about the river system as well as give us all a great time. You don't get too wet with the spins and turns but you might get a few splashes. Don't forget to hold on!

This tour lasts for about 40 minutes. Captain takes you upstream the Huon river in his jet boat, talks about what’s around us, does a few spin tricks and takes you back. It was a bit cloudy and chilly when we went but good fun never the less. On a sunny day with not much wind, reflection on this dark water would have looked amazing.

Such an awesome experience. Loved every minute of it. Martin is a very skillful operator. What a thrill. Will highly recommend the jet boat trip. The food at the cafe is delicious.

What an amazing place. We went there because my husband loves boats and wood but by the end of our tour I was wanting to sign up for the shipwright course. Seriously very interesting - our guide Neil was very entertaining and informative particularly about different types of wood and the art of reparation for some of the older boats with a history. Really good gift shop too. One of the highlights of our Tasmanian trip.

BRILLIANT!!! A grand insight into the history of wooden boats in the area. Our guide, John was very knowledgeable and patient, taking time to explain concepts to us, and exploring the styles of wooden boats, as well as the use of huon pine. Amazing and well worth your time. Don't miss it.

The 2 of us enjoyed the little talk in your workshop explain the benefits of different local woods and build systems, Huon or King Billy pine, Sassafras or Tasmanian oak, clinker, strip or ply sheet. Some lovely projects the students make and also restorations of much loved wooden boats. Well done and thank you for sharing and maintaining these old traditions.

A fantastic tour and information on types of wood and boats. Very few schools exists in the world, so lucky we were able to see the techniques in action. Very friendly staff and plenty of parking.

Showroom was smaller than we expected. Would have been better if we could have done the informative tour through the workshop. Amazing workmanship, beautiful boats outside and in, lovely location. We enjoyed it.

Just walked in and lucky no wait as a Tour just began. $15/ticket. Great tour and great information. I would recommend. After tour, I want to enrol and have 10 boats.

Brilliant tour. Peter was very passionate and knowledgeable. I now have a greater appreciation and understanding of boat builders and different woods from Tasmania.

Had a awesome time here today at the production tour and whisky tasting 😊 Connor was a great tour guide, he really knew the history of the town and the venue and was super friendly, it really made our visit a great experience and we really enjoyed ourselves. We also had lunch here and the house whisky beef pie was so delicious 🤤 Great value for money, would return on our next visit to Tasmania. We purchased the 10 year old whisky to take home, smooth whisky and nice lingering flavour. It’s awesome they offer the postage for your orders which will save extra weight in our bags on the way home. Thanks again Connor & Old Kempton Team!

My husband did a whisky tour and tasting and was amazed by the great work done here with everything done by hand. We are visiting from Melbourne so we took our kids as well and not only was the tour and whisky tasting a great experience, the venue is also very kid friendly. The staff were absolutely wonderful and catered to our kids dietary needs. Special shoutout to Halley who was very attentive. It was a lovely way to spend the afternoon in a relaxed and inviting environment.

Having ordered old kempton whiskey on line upon a recommendation from seasoned whiskey drinkers I just had to visit whenever the opportunity arose, and today it did as we are on holiday in Tassie and we were in the local area. Well what a beautiful old distillery (formerly an inn) and we were ever so impressed with Halley who greeted us upon arrival, Halley was an absolute wealth of knowledge and having worked there for nine years she knew her products and a lot of history about the premises. She served our meals and also helped us with the purchase of our whiskey as well, but most of all she was just an absolute pleasure to deal with and she absolutely oozes personality. The pleasure really was all ours and it was worth it alone just meeting Halley, but the food was also fantastic and we will definitely be sure to return again. Halley is an absolute asset to the business, 10 out 10 to you young lady 🙏 And it’s also the best whiskey produced in Australia, second to none !

I highly recommend a visit to this distillery! I booked the guided tour with lunch for my partner and I, and we were both so glad that we did. Connor was an amazing guide - thank you so much! Old Kempton is a distillery with so much history and there's so much to learn about the property and its history. We enjoyed seeing the production process and also the little tastes of whiskey along the way. Lunch was a beautiful charcuterie board, and went so well with the drams of whiskey. Looking forward to coming back on our next Tassie adventure!

We had a very enjoyable time at Old Kempton Distillery. We enjoyed a very informative and relaxed tour, followed by a tasting of whiskies and liqueurs. Halley was a wonderful host. We also enjoyed a light lunch - very tasty. Well worth taking the time to visit

Lovely building, spirits were good, but the food was really not up to standard. Probably the best bathroom in Tassie.

Just plain awesome. The entire experience. My wife had to hold my hand so I stopped spending. We dined there as well. The product is well crafted and a good variety. Staff were very friendly and helpful. You have got to check out the toilet, yes the loo.

Good place to start exploring Geeveston. It has all the local maps, guide books etc. The timber museum has vintage tools and machines on display. There are local products & crafts on sale. If you are a Rosehaven fan, the place may seem familiar.

Geeveston information centre has to be one of the best I have been into has a hole lot more going on then you would think offering a huge amount of information, gifts, guide books has a museum up stairs and a live wood turning workshop running Wednesday through to Sunday from around 12 am but subject to change so suggest to ring ahead to confirm. There is a bit of interactive stuff for adults and kids and bit on the local history. The friendly lady that works there is willing to help in anyway she can with bookings and info regarding the surrounding area . If you are looking for gifts this would certainly be a good place to start looking especially for locally made goods .

What a great place to visit. Wendy and Bill were very helpful. Displays are great and the information we were given was a great help.

I had a wonderful experience at Geeveston Visitor Centre! They generously offered their cozy lobby with a fireplace for people to enjoy their meals from the famous Masaaki's Sushi. It was such a thoughtful gesture. Moreover, they provided plenty of free brochures and shared valuable local knowledge with visitors. Their dedication to enhancing the experience and supporting local businesses is truly commendable. If you're in the area, don't miss the chance to visit Geeveston Visitor Centre. You'll receive exceptional service and a warm welcome.

We got blown away from visiting Tahune aerial walk and park but had a pleasurable experience visiting Geeveston's town hall/ info centre/ museum. We took some advice from friendly staff and followed the coast road down to Dover b4 heading back to visit 'The Wooden Boat Centre'.

Friendly staff, great information and souvenirs. Can get your airwalker tickets and national Park passes from here. This building and the butcher across the road (along with various other parts of the town) may look familiar as it is part of the "Rosehaven" town from the ABC iView series "Rosehaven".

Wonderful place to visit. Beautiful local arts and crafts.

It was beautiful, relaxing and quiet. The ponds were clean but we didn’t see many salmon— a few trout. It was still very pleasant especially if you enjoy a lot of different kinds of trees— all marked.

Pleasant historic site nestled by the Plenty river. Adults and children alike love feeding the various species of trout and salmon. There are extensive exhibits detailing everything you ever wanted to know about fly fishing and trout/salmon breeding. There are a range of beautiful old trees lining the banks of the ponds making it a very picturesque spot.

Food was good. History walk was good. Great place for kids, as long as you can control them. It is not somewhere you want them to fall in. The children we saw there were having a great time feeding the fish.

If you are passing by i would stop in here if you had time, its a cool little place to feed some cool fish and ducks and a nice walk around the ponds, also feed the fish in the river via a little walk , didnt try the food here though. $10 admission and $2 for fish food

The Pancakes are very nice. This place provides a beautiful experience for the family and the kids have the change to feed the fish. There’s also a platypus around

Beautiful landscape. Worth the visit even just to sit and soak in the ambiance. The sound of the birds, the trees, grass is just so relaxing.

Came in for a quick bite today, the Salmon Pate was absolutely phenomenal, quite delicious! A very generous serving of it as well, was definitely spreading it thick! Had Chilli Con Carne crêpes (pancakes) last time, they were also delicious and very filling. The staff is very kind too. Will come again, 10/10 👍 👌

Great tour and tasting, talked to the distillers! Under new ownership, they are expanding and fixing up the site. No lunch option and the moment only coffee and cake other than the whisky. Not much else around the area other than nant. But enjoyed my visit!

Location is beautiful. Staff friendly and helpful. Whisky is superb, cask strength port barrel is my personal favourite. Tours are worthwhile, as they show you through the mill, and then go through the whole whisky making process, which you you an appreciation for the prices of good whisky.

Definitely worth a visit for beginners or experts of whisky. Beautiful sandstone distillery with a working flour mill. Great tour of the building and they show you how the flour mill works during the tour too. Exceptional whisky for tasting and make sure you look out for the platypuses in the pond.

My first visit in 4 years and under new owners. It is such a beautiful and picture perfect Tasmanian distillery. Staff were very friendly and the whiskey is superb. Visitors need to support these ventures that are not on the main roads. Well worth a visit.

The tour and tasting here is a fantastic experience. The property is beautiful and the distillery is a historic masterpiece. Bonnie was our guide and she is a wealth of knowledge and obviously passionate about Tassie whiskeys. If you like good whiskey and want to go see how it's made, make a trip to the Nant!

Excellent tour, amazing staff and beautiful setting. Well worth the visit. Plans to have the kitchen fully running soon, but still doing tea, coffee, cake, cheese and ploughman's platters, so good for a morning tea or light lunch. Whisky tasting excellent of course!!!

Yes it is opened again! 7 days a week after it was bought by the new owners in Feb. Kim and Dean both took us through a tasting and we loved Kim's chocolate mudcake infused with port cask nant whisky. The tasting was delicious and we bought some port cask whisky. Staff were fantastic. Grounds are fantastic. Whisky is fantastic. Heading back to do a full tour tomorrow with more time.

Not worth a visit and a waste of money. The The nature walk is a bit too exaggerated. The Swinging bridge etc, I have seen far better bridges. The cable car experience in Sydney and Melbourne is really good. The Glider thingie-they charge $25 for a 3minute experience which includes from the point of entering that facility, getting seated onto the glider. The "On Air experience is rubbish. They hoist the glider for about no more than a minute. I counted 30seconds on air. Staff are really nice, friendly people following organisations policies. It's far. There is no GPS working for the last 25kms as Internet drops off.

Absolutely loved this walk! The staff were lovely and chatty! The walk was a big adventure especially while being high in the beautiful trees! Loved the swaying bridges aswell! Will definitely be back, highly recommended.

Thoroughly enjoyed the drive out through the hills with the magnificent forestry and ferns (Not the Bracken). The gift shop had lots of tempting goods for purchase The cafe was beautiful and warm with a lovely view. Everything clean and tidy My kids and husband loved the air walk and the swinging bridge walk. I chickened out at the first 10 meters of the airwalk but appreciated it from below. My interest is Fungus, so took lots of pictures. Picturesque and well worth the entry.

What an incredibly beautiful spot! Loved the Huon Pine walk the best but completed the swinging bridge and airwalk also. Stunning views and a lovely spot. Its sad to see the damage from the fire, its incredible how high the flames were. We came almost 20 years ago and the difference is noticeable. Will be back.

We didn't stay at the accommodation, however the park and skywalk was well worth the trip. The final spot sways in the wind. The Cafe was amazing with a wood fire burning in the middle of the dining area, and the toilet facilities were clean and many.

Worth the drive In. Great easy walks. Swing bridges and the skywalk were great. Good spot to see Huon pines.

Great place, great walks along Huon River. Good coffee afterwards. Air walk nice and quiet. Good for photos.

This was really cool. Kids thought so too. Get a tucker box of things to eat and you eat them at specified points on the way. Kids get a quiz to fill in along the way for an extra treat which keeps them engaged. Good chance to see platypus! We even saw a snake. Guy at the counter is super friendly and informative.

Forest secrets is a great way to spend an hour or so with the kids. You could possibly stretch to 2 hours but certainly no more. We were lucky enough to get a glimpse of a wild platypus which resides in the river there.

A wonderful multi-sensory experience through nature, exploring the natural habitats of native wildlife and discussing modern use of traditional food and medicine.

Really interesting place, very informative and great chance of seeing a platypus!

Delightful interesting place. Native food information great. Be warned .they close for winter.

Beautiful

Fantastic

Abundant green, shimmering with mist and perfect for most people of all fitness levels I’d suggest. We came here on our wedding anniversary weekend and it was stella way to cap off our weekend. The track to the fall was easy to navigate and great for hand holding whilst enjoying many stops for my husband to take some of his photos…. Whilst I took pics of him taking photos. A magical cool rainforest to exchange and inspire the artists or the hikers.

Mount Field National Park is stunning. Russell Falls are spectacular, with their tiered cascades and lush surroundings, and the walk is easy and rewarding. I also loved finding the quieter Horseshoe Falls — a hidden spot where the forest feels almost untouched. Great trails, beautiful waterfalls, and plenty of photo opportunities.

I recommend coming to Russell Falls as it is one hour from Hobart and it is absolutely beautiful. There are many walks and it is wheelchair friendly. There are a couple of hills but the path to the falls is flat. Don't forget you will need a national parks pass, if you don't have one you can get a pass there. There are some wonderful Tasmanian made souvenirs and plenty of information about the plant life there.

A great walk through the forest, with massive trees, on well established paths to some beautiful waterfalls. We timed it to be on the day after some heavy rain and the falls were gushing. Epic

A great stop and beautiful falls. We made it a stop over whilst driving from Strahan to Port Arthur. Good paved road in. It is a national park with visitor center so you can get your Tasmanian parkpass here. No extra fee for parking. Make sure to walk the circle track, the path is more attractive on one side than the other. If you are wanting to see glow worms, there is an area here. (We were not here at night, so I didn't experience that).

Easy to get from Hobart and a simple walk from visitor Centre or tall trees car park. The falls are both Horseshoe and Russell so double falls with the option of also walking to lady Barron Falls. Worth the effort photos do not do it justice.

Russell Falls is such a peaceful and beautiful spot. The walk is easy and surrounded by stunning rainforest. The falls themselves are breathtaking – simple, natural, and calming. A perfect little escape into nature, just a short drive from Hobart. Highly recommend if you want a quiet moment outdoors.

This is a falls that is located near the famous Russell Falls within the Mount Fields National Park. It can be conveniently added to the Russell Falls Short Walk as a detour if you want to see an additional cascading falls before returning back to the Visitor Centre. The falls are less impressive than Russell Falls but still nice to see if you enjoy waterfalls and/or are planning to combine the series of short walks that include Russell Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Tall Trees and Lady Baron Falls informally known as 'The Three Falls Circuit' that starts and finishes at the Visitor Centre.

Very nice nature and waterfalls. Lots of walking needed and it takes abt 2.5hours to cover the easy trek that will cover 3 waterfalls and big trees. Highly recommended. You can get a one day national park pass from the information centre.

A little further on from Russell Falls. There’s a fair climb up around 200 wooden stairs to get there but there’s plenty of spots to stop and catch your breath if you need to!

If you're already at Russel's falls, the horseshoe Falls is only about 15 minutes away - there are some stairs involved. It's quite a pleasant as easy walk though. The waterfall itself is quite small but it's shaped like a horseshoe so it's quite interesting. This is part of the Mount Field National Park so you'll need a National park pass to enter.

Just 5 to 10 min upstream from Russell Falls. It's a beautiful site with crystal clear water and cool shade from the tall trees 70 to 80m tall. You'll need a National Park permit to enter the park.

This fall is less gorgeous than Russell falls. Nevertheless, it is only a bit of walk more. It was a great walk and it was very cooling. An enjoyable walk indeed to breathe in fresh air!

This beautiful waterfall is located in Mount Field National Park. There is a short walk from the visitor's to get there. The walk up to the Russell Falls is flat. But after that there are well maintained steep steps to climb. Shape of the waterfall is like a horseshoe. That may be the reason behind the name.

Amazing views of the hydro electric power scheme.

good place to visit, for kids it is more sort of educational, how its works , they can at least see it from outside.

Oh my. Highly recommend anyone visiting Tasmania to make every effort to stop at The Wall near Derwent Bridge. The art work is superb with exquisite details. Don’t rush your visit! We took a leisurely stroll around the entire display soaking up every image intricately carved from Huon Pine. Sadly no photos allowed but that’s a crucial strategy of the artist to protect his work and the messages he conveys. The pic provided is from a pamphlet provided at The Wall.

Fantastic love of wood and carving gives us The Wall, that takes you on a sensory adventure of life. Spectacular in its presentation the aroma of naturally carved Huon Pine permiates all round the facility really adding to the experience. Light refreshments available to share by a beautiful fire, all without any of the hype and commercialism that takes over today exhibits. You WILL be moved by the emotions you feel as you follow the story, imagining what life can be like. An excellent exhibit you should definitely stop to view, not drive past at 100kph... Take a BIG long Bow Greg Duncan, your skill and passion know no bounds... As at Sep2025 Adult Entry $22ea In summer I highly recommend booking to avoid the inevitable que...winter and spring walk in...

We had been told to come and how good it was, but was more than we expected. The work put into these incredible carvings must have been long and laborious, and has created an awesome and different art installation. Although we understand the ‘no camera’ rules, it was a shame not to be able to share with friends and family, maybe even a bit more on the website would be enough to whet the appetite. Thank you for sharing your talents.

Whoever is doubting of paying entry fee, go for it! I was doubting it quite a bit but it was recommended by my friend so I did it and I'm very happy for my decision! It's a masterpiece, truly. Loved it so much as I love that kind of job and details with all the presenting is just great! Bit a shame I couldn't get any photos or videos to show my family back in Czech Republic, but gonna respect creators wishes. Very nice!

Do not miss this incredible display of talent - it’s beyond incredible, you absolutely have to stop in and see this art for yourself !! Please respect the artists wishes and not take photos of his work. He has published a book which is available at the gallery and is absolutely worth picking it up as a memento of your visit.

Master sculptor, well you can see why! This display brings carvings of everyday items to life, and the wall itself tells its own story. It even shows you the process. Fantastic display of talent, patience and workmanship. Not much for children to do. No food, no photography.

The talent and sculptured work is great. I can also come at paying an admission. I think $22 is just a bit expensive and I see no concession prices for people to use where appropriate. The website says its closed but its open, told the lady behind the counter to try and help her. Her reply, "Not our problem we didn't do it." Also wanted some food and cup of tea. "You cant get that unless you pay $22 for admission first." We had one international tourist and two other locals. This lady on reception is the greatest advertisement NOT to come again, NOT to recommend the Wall to anyone. It's a shame but an example of someone who should not be in the tourism industry. One of our guests is a Senior journalist with The New York Times in respect of travel and tourism. Her actions at reception should only be seen by 200 million. It's not a good review. Train the lady at reception in professional service or she will find her guests dwindling. Never going back.

This is the first time I have visited Lake St Clair. It is 2 hour driving from Mole Creek. There are so many fantastic lakes, lookouts and huts on the Cradle Mountain track. I just spent one day hiking around the Shadow Lake, which takes me 5 hour for the whole loop. I would come back next time for a longer time for the new tracks discovery like Mt Rufus.

Beautifully lake and very quiet area offering various hikes and this is the end of the overland track.

Stunning view of Australia's deepest lake and the mountains of Cradle Mountain. Very short walk from the visitors center and cafe.

Really nice place to visit. If you wanna finish all the tracks you need few days. Nice view.

Beautiful quiet lake, looks more stunning with the eyes than on camera lens. There is a cafe at the visitor centre for a coffee break.

Beautiful views of the lake just a couple hundred meters from the car park.

Very beautiful lake we have been. Every side like a postcard. There have chances to see platypuses, but it's a pity we didn't see.

A gorgeous walk trail, we did the recommended clockwise route. Lots of great views, excellent track, some arduous climbing after the mini beach rest stop around half way round. We took a little over 2 hours on a cool, drizzly day. Well worth the hike!

I visited Dove Lake Circuit and it took me around 2.5 hours to complete the trek. The walk offers absolutely stunning views of Cradle Mountain and peaceful moments by the lake, especially around the iconic boat shed and Glacier Rock. I personally suggest carrying full winter and wind protection gear like thermal jackets, raincoats, gloves, and a beanie, as the weather changes quickly and it can get quite cold and windy, even during the day. It’s a well-maintained and scenic track that’s worth every step!

This walk was an incredible experience. Amazing views of the lake and Cradle Mountain. The rainforrest sections were gorgeous. Loved stopping for a picnic on one of the little beaches. We followed the advice to take a pack which was really not necessary during peak season if you are staying on the main track. There would have easily been 300-400 people doing the walk at the same time. There is boardwalk for most of the track, mostly flat with lots of stairs in some parts. An unfit person could do this walk at a slow pace.

Trail is more moderate than easy primarily because of length. It's 6km but the end by the boatshed has lots of up and downs. Easy enough though that we took a 5, 4, and 3 year old child on it and they walked nearly all of it. Obviously if you go to cradle mountain national park you have to do this trail. With our party (including young kids) took about 2.5hrs to complete, so just adults or older children could do it quicker. It's a loop and as they recommend do it clockwise. While anti-clockwise would get the hardest part out of the way first the views are definitely better the way they recommend.

Moderate hike that takes you through so many different environments. Each side of the lake is completely different to the other. Not a steep hike, but there are a few lengthy climbs.

We completed this beautiful trail in under 2 hours (11,000 steps, 1,500 steps up and down). You must stop at the visitor centre and buy a park pass for 30 and then take the shuttle bus up to Dove Lake.

We parked at the visitor centre to get the tickets and bus passes. It takes around 20 min on the bus to get there and start the circuit. We got recommended at the visitor centre to do it clockwise and it makes sense for everyone to go on the same direction as the path is not wide. Beautiful scenery!

Great views, easy walk up. We walked both routes up there but the alternative route is much easier and convinced in my opinion, it has more chain ascending sections but save lots of time and strength.

A beautiful day, a wonderful hike, and awesome scenery. Thank God. Self driving is allowed only after business hours. Taking the bus from the visitor centre is a must. We have a family annual pass. Only need to purchase bus tickets. $15 each.

A moderate hike up to Marion’s Lookout takes just under two hours at a leisurely pace. The views at the summit are gorgeous and well worth the effort. Wear enough warm clothing as it can get very windy and chilly there. Gloves and hiking sticks will help along the way too. Highly recommended.

We started our Credle mountain summit hike through Marions lookout. It is uphill, but good maintained steps. We ended our loop taking the Face Track round to Dove lake again. From Dove lake we took the Lake Lilla Track to Ronny Creek. In total around 16km.6-7 hours in total with wild spotting etc.

Mother nature wasn't in a nice mood today but we managed to make the trek up in the wind and rain to Marions Lookout via the Overland Track passing Crater Lake along the way Started at Ronnys Creek and returned back via Wombat Pool/Dove Lake & the Boathouse. Cloudy view of Cradle Mountain at the Boathouse.

There are a few different pathways up to Marion's Lookout in the Cradle Mountain National Park. This is a summit area around 1200 metres elevation where you find breathtaking views of Crater Lake, Dove Lake, Cradle Mountain and the surrounding lands within the national park. We approached Marion's Lookout starting from Ronny Creek, passing Crater Lake before beginning our ascend up to the Lookout. On the way back down, we took the alternative route to Dove Lake, where there are public toilets, water refill stations and a nice waiting area for the shuttle back to the park visitor Centre. Marion's Lookout is a very good spot to rest and have a food and drink break. We spent around 20 minutes soaking in the views, resting our feet and legs and enjoying a bite to eat before proceeding back down. Quite a few other hikers were there but there is plenty of space for everyone to spread around and find a great view to enjoy around the Lookout.

Beautiful views of Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake beneath it. Its a steep hike to get up to this point but well worth it as it's fairly different to what you would see from the bottom near the Dove Lake drop-off point. Arguably even worth coming back a few times to see it in the different seasons as the surrounding colours differ and the peak gets snowcapped in winter.

Nelson Falls is located along the Lyell Hwy 27 km east of Queenstown. There is a fair sized carpark and toilets available at the trailhead. In addition to the falls, this is also one Tasmania's 60 Great Short Walks. The track is 700 metres through thick and lush forest lined with impressive ferns, other vegetation and trees until you reach Nelson Falls which you can enjoy for a few minutes before heading back. During our recent visit, the Falls were very light but the forest environment rich in colour, making for a very nice walk. If you are here to see the falls, it wasn't an impressive showing this time around but if you just want to get out and stretch your legs, the trail itself was beautiful, easy and convenient if making the drive between Queenstown and Hobart and looking for interesting stops to make along the way.

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park is truly wild and remote. Most of it is only accessible via walking tracks, which makes it perfect for anyone looking to escape crowds. I explored the Nelson Falls Nature Trail and was blown away by the Franklin River — powerful, clear, and surrounded by dense forest. Even a short visit here gives you a real sense of Tasmania’s untouched wilderness.

A must see waterfall and nature walk if you’re passing this Nelson Falls on your way to your next destination. It’s majestic when raining as the falls will turn on its full might. The nature walk (flat easy 20 mins walk) is so serene and refreshing.

On the way past we stopped at the river. Not sure what to expect but the walk was very well maintained and ended up being very pleasant. Everything was green and the waterfall at the end fairly spectacular. Worth the short walk and visit.

Outstanding. Super accessible. Toilets close by also. Great pit stop and short walk. 20 minutes return. Beautiful spot. A real gem.

This stunner is only a short flat walk to a big gorgeous waterfall! I definitely recommend this stop! Especially for the ones that don’t like walking!

Great stop! There are toilets onsite. Path is easy, gravel and beautiful. It feels like stepping onto a Jurassic Park movie set.

A fun and informative evening spent with tour guide Chris. We started with a 4wd tour around Queenstown and then up the amazing Mt Owen to take in the sunset views before we headed out of town for an exclusive mine tour. Chris was absolutely wonderful in sharing her knowledge of the area and answering all of our questions. Big thanks to Diane in helping organise our tour as well 😀

We had the best morning with Anthony who took us and our 2 sons on the Lost Mines Tour. He was full of history, information and stories, helped our boys get some samples from the mine, and made the whole experience unforgettable! Our boys had the best time! After, we spent some time in the beautiful Paragon Theatre and took in a movie about the Franklin River! Highly recommend reaching out and supporting this great business and learning more about the lovely town of Queenstown!

Definitely a must-do in Queenstown! We had an amazing sunset drive up to Mount Owen. Our tour guide was awesome, with heaps of local knowledge shared in a relaxed manner. He was able to answer lots of questions we had about Queenstown, the surrounding areas, and Tasmania in general. We were lucky enough to have a clear evening and were able to see an incredible range of mountains from the top! It was truly one of the most breathtaking views I have seen. We will hopefully be back one day to do more 4x4 tours with RoamWild.

Absolutely epic day with Roamwild. Driver was on time super friendly and safely got us up a pretty dam steep track to the top of mt Owen for our half day shuttle's. Great local knowledge of the town and great tips of the trails and where to go. Can't ask for more then that 👌

Great friendly service. The lake Margaret Power Station tour is great value.

Absolutely awesome mountain biking shuttle service. Wonderful driver, and very patient waiting for us at the bottom of the first run. Extremely affordable price for half day shuttle. Highly recommend and can't wait to come back again!

We recently had an amazing experience in Queenstown with RoamWild, participating in 3 of their tours - Lost Mines and Ancient Pines, Lake Margaret, and Mt Owen 4x4. In all cases, we were, in part or totally, taken behind locked gates and immersed in the rugged history, geography and situation of Queenstown by excellent local guides. So much of the story of Queenstown is in the history and this is not easily easily accessed without some local help. RoamWild delivered a truly enjoyable and informative full day, which can, of course, be spread over more than 1 day.

What a wonderful experience. We prebooked the tickets online and went on the Heritage carriage. It was awesome from start to finish. Shown to our seats we started with a choice of drink followed by canapes. Stooping at another station on the way gave us the opportunity to pan for gold - unfortunately we did not make our millions as no gold was found that day. We then boarded the train again for the next leg through some unbelievably beautiful Tasmanian bush. We were allowed to get out on a little platform as the train moved which gave another experience with the trip. We were then served scones with hot drinks and some wonderful blackberry jam. We then arrived at our destination where we got off for around 40 minutes to go for a walk in the bush and watch the engine being drive to the back of the train for the journey home. You can go up stairs and watch all this from a bridge looking down - quite the experience. We then all boarded the train for the trip back. Again we were served some tasty treats finishing with a gorgeous chocolate that are specifically made for the trainline. We also got to fill in postcards that will be sent by the trainline to anyone in Australia - a lovely touch I thought. The commentary on the journey was great and gave a really interesting perspective on this part of the world. Staff were fantastic and made the journey even more wonderful. Totally recommended and if it's in your budget, would recommend the Heritage carriage experience.

We visited Tasmania this long weekend and everyone told us there was nothing to do in Queenstown. Well...I am glad I didnt listen to them. There are other things to do/see there, but because of the short stay we decided to do the West Coast Wilderness Railway only and be on our way. We were seated with another lovely couple which made the journey more comfortable. The food was very yummy and served at the perfect time. Now... the actual journey. The ride was nice, relaxing and educational. We had a couple of stops before returning back and each stop was fun. I must thank the staff for being very approachable, understanding and helpful. Special thanks goes to Bec...OMG she is the best! We laughed soooo much while learning about the history of the trains and the tracks. She made the journey so much more special. This trip is highly recommended!

Spent a great morning on the train travelling up the beautiful hills. Nice food and great commentary. One section is the steepest in the southern hemisphere and they have to engage the rachett "third wheel" to get up and then down the 1 in 16 incline. Fantastic experience

We took the Rinadeena Rack & Rainforest trip, in the Premium Carriage feom Queenstown. We had some great drinks and light snacks along the way. Dietary requirements were met with no issues at all. The staff were very attentive and friendly. The ride was slow and comfortable, with some history read aloud over the speakers as we went through the forest. There is heating, so it is warm, and toilet stops along the way. It's definitely worth the experience and is a must on the west coast. To wear coast wilderness railways: We would suggest getting a more confident and articulate reader, or even just pre recorded playback for the onboard historical readings. It was a bit painful listening to our guide. It was hard to keep up with the stuttering and mispronunciations, and didn't really get into the stories, which are super important.

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our experience on the West Coast Wilderness Railway. Bec’s commentary was excellent as was Jeni’s attention to detail in the service of food and drinks in the premium carriage. The only thing that detracted from our experience was other passengers standing on the outside balcony of the premium carriage. They blocked our view forward on the return journey to Queenstown from Rinadeena. Only one passenger came out to take photos. The others just stood there, one or two for the whole return trip. I t would be good if signs were put up with a maximum of 5 minutes standing time on the outside balcony on both the outward and return journeys from Queenstown.

Absolutely fantastic tour of the rainforest in a fully restored diesel train. The carriages are beautifully restored also, Highly recommend this tour. We did the Premier Service and the staff were amazing

This was by far a fantastic trip yes the weather was not the best but the service was top notch I don’t hardly ever give 5 stars but you can’t help it on this trip we were lucky enough to get the first class carriage and it was amazing. Thanks team we had a wonderful day