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Port Arthur Historic Site featuring a castle, building ruins and heritage elements

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1. Salamanca Place

The warehouses that make up Salamanca Place were built during the 1820 and ’30s using sandstone quarried by convicts on site. The warehouses were used to store whale products, wool, timber and fruit. The wharf at Salamanca was a hub for whaling industries, and the huge cauldrons used to boil whale oil can still be seen today in Salamanca Square. As Tasmania’s fruit growing capabilities took off, the warehouses were used to produce jam and tinned fruit for export.  

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Salamanca Place showing night scenes, street scenes and a city

2. Constitution Dock

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

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3. Brisbane Street Mall

Brisbane Street Mall is Launceston’s premier shopping destination with a range of exclusive boutiques, busy department stores, great local dining and unique Tasmanian crafts. Established in 1975, this pedestrianised strip was one of the country’s first designated malls. Come here today to shop, rendezvous with friends and family or do some people-watching. Relax at a café, refresh your wardrobe or pick up souvenirs and quality Tasmanian-made items to remember your stay in Launceston.

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4. Cradle Mountain

Cradle Mountain is the stunning sentinel of the Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park and an emblem of Tasmania’s wild interior. Internationally renowned for its natural grandeur, this mountain peak is a magnificent sight to see on a bushwalk around its rainforest-covered foothills, summit scarps and valley lakes, as well as from the comfort of a wilderness lodge. Grab your camera and your hiking boots and discover the glacially carved landscape that makes up some of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

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5. Wineglass Bay

Gleaming white sands and aquamarine waters form the wide arc of Wineglass Bay, a breathtaking beach on the Freycinet Peninsula. This remote paradise is renowned for its beauty and is an idyllic spot to stop for a swim or a beach stroll. Accessible only via a bushland walking track or a scenic cruise, Wineglass Bay is an ideal daytrip within the pristine Freycinet National Park.

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What to do in Tasmania

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Salamanca Market

During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Salamanca Place

Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.

Constitution Dock

History seeps from the stones on Hobart’s waterfront, where colonial buildings are now galleries and where you can eat fresh seafood and watch a famous yacht race.

Wrest Point Casino

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Check out the casinos and lively bars in this walkable area.

Brisbane Street Mall

Launceston’s best shopping is in easy reach at this busy community hub, where intriguing laneways and historic arcades branch off from a central sheltered mall.

Cradle Mountain

See the dramatic contours of this rugged peak from the shores of Dove Lake or clamber to its summit for unbeatable views of Tasmania’s World Heritage wilderness.

Wineglass Bay

Hike through native bushland and be rewarded with awe-inspiring views of this sweep of white sand protected by pink granite mountains in Freycinet National Park.

Port Arthur Historic Site

Step back into Tasmania’s past as a penal colony and learn about the lives of convicts who were sent to one of the harshest settlements in the British Empire.

Freycinet National Park

Taste fresh oysters, climb pink granite mountain cliffs, laze on stunning beaches and swim with dolphins at this national park on Tasmania’s east coast.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Tasmania

Hobart Central Business District

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Surrounded by metropolitan Hobart, this historic area boasts cultural institutions like the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. Explore shopping centers such as Centrepoint, and stroll through parks like Franklin Square.

Launceston CBD

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Launceston CBD is known for its enchanting waterfalls, and you can make a stop by Boags Brewery and Princess Theatre while in the area.

Battery Point

Prestigious suburb featuring extravagant homes, Battery Point boasts the charming Arthur Circus with its cottages. Easily accessible via Hampden Road, it offers a sheltered lifestyle.

Sandy Bay

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

Howrah

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

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

Sullivan's Cove

A noteworthy feature of Sullivan's Cove is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf.