What is Tasmania Best Known For?

Tasmania is without a doubt worth visiting to see the breathtaking views, learn about the rich history, and catch a glimpse of the Tassie devil.

Tasmania has everything you can imagine from charming towns, beautiful beaches, epic mountains, and some tasty food to eat. With endless amounts of attractions and activities to do, Tasmania is known for a lot of different things.

Tassie’s most popular cities

Hobart

When visitors think of where to go in Tasmania, Hobart is undoubtedly on top of the list. The capital city is bursting with beauty, culture, and tourist delights. With stunning natural wonders just outside the city, travellers can use Hobart as the perfect base point during their stay.

From Hobart, you can visit the famous MONA gallery, one of the top Australian art museums. Connected to the museum is Moorilla Winery and taste amazing local wines.

You can also taste local gourmet food that the area is famous for and head to Salamanca Market! You can go to different stalls where people sell wine, beer, cheese, and more! Of course, in typical market fashion, there are plenty of stalls selling local goods like homeware, crafts, and art.

Port Arthur

Port Arthur is a World Heritage-listed Historic Site and is Australia’s most preserved convict site! Here you can learn all about the colonial history of Tasmania, by stepping right into the past at the famous Port Arthur.

The town has ancient buildings, rich beauty, and dark history. Home to around 160,000 convicts back in the day.

Visitors can stroll through the historic buildings and grounds that tell the story of the tragic events that were once held here.

You will need to book tickets online and there are options to book a tour as well.

Launceston

Launceston is north of Tasmania and is the third oldest city in Australia! The city has plenty of wineries and breweries to grab a glass of wine or beer, or better yet to do a tasting.

Close to the city you can visit Tasmania Zoo and get up close to the Tassie devils, wombats, meerkats and much more. You can also stroll through the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery to learn Tassie’s history, see the art, and check out the science centre.

The breathtaking natural wonders

Montezuma Falls

Tasmania is renowned for its lush greenery, sparkling mountains, and cascading waterfalls. So why not visit the best of the best, and travel to Tasmania’s tallest waterfall?

Montezuma Falls is about 104 metres tall but it’s a bit of a hike to get there, so lace up those walking shoes! For three hours, you will walk through the lush forest, and spot wildlife as you make your way towards the thundering base of the falls.

Cradle Mountain

The views on the Cradle Mountain summit are arguably one of the best sights in all of Tasmania. However, getting there has been known as the most challenging day hike you can embark upon within Tasmania.

Depending on your fitness level and how often you stop, it could take you around three to four hours to reach Cradle Mountain’s summit! In total, it shouldn’t take you longer than seven hours to complete the full hike. But don’t despair as every visitor who does the hike says it is well worth the sweat for the sight!

You can book a tour from Launceston or a two-day tour from Hobart to see the spectacular views of Cradle Mountain.

Wineglass Bay

Wineglass Bay is easily considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. See for yourself and be stunned by the sapphire clear waters and white sand that stretches around the bay.

Follow along some of the short hikes that go around the bay, travelling up the nearby mountain to see the picturesque panoramic view of the area.

Wildlife

Tasmanian devil

When thinking about Tasmanian wildlife, most will instantly think of the island’s mascot, the Tasmanian devil! Nicknamed the Tassie devil, these creatures are anything but the kings of sin. Their name comes from the early European settlers, who kept hearing unearthly screams and growls from the bush, thinking it was the devil. In reality, it was the small creatures with their frightening screech.

The Tassie devils are the world’s largest carnivorous marsupials, with thick black fur and white underbelly patches. They are easily recognisable and are an unforgettable experience as they are only found in Tasmania.

It can be quite hard to spot a Tasmanian devil in the wild, so your best bet would be in one of the national parks.

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