Tasmania
There is a large colony of little (or fairy) penguins at Godfreys Beach, near the cemetery at the base of the Nut.
Must-see attractions in Tasmania
Tasmania
This handsome four-storey mill on the main road through Carrick was built in 1846, and is now an antiques store.
The East Coast
There are many still-functioning historic buildings in Swansea, including the 1871 All Saints Anglican Church.
The East Coast
If you're feeling romantic, Cape Tourville Lighthouse, built in 1971, is a magical spot to watch the sunrise.
The East Coast
A beautiful granite-framed cove 10 minutes walk from the Cape Tourville Rd. Great snorkelling and diving.
Tasmania
Exhibits on the island lighthouses, shipwrecks, sealing, local monuments and soldier-settlement history.
Hobart & Around
The first Roman Catholic church in Australia, built in 1836. Sunday mass is still a going concern.
The East Coast
Dating back to 1979, this little vineyard at Cranbrook produces petulant pinot noir and riesling.
The East Coast
Built in 1825, the stately Commissariat Store now houses the national park visitor centre.
St James Anglican Church & Cemetery
Launceston
This simple building on the old road to Hobart dates from 1845. Not open to the public.
The East Coast
Lookout on the Hazards Beach Track, along the western side of Freycinet National Park.
Tasmania
This modest cottage was the birthplace of Prime Minister Joseph Lyons (1879–1939).
Midlands & Central Highlands
The 1868 St John’s Anglican Church has a 100-year-old organ and a 15m-high spire.
The East Coast
Easily accessible beach at Coles Bay township. West-facing equals great sunsets!
Midlands & Central Highlands
This impressive National Trust–recognised church was consecrated in 1891.
Midlands & Central Highlands
National Trust–acknowledged historic building. Not open to the public.
Tasman Peninsula & Port Arthur
Safe-swimming beach not far from the Port Arthur Historic Site.
Tasmania
As the name suggests, this place at the Bass Hwy entrance to Latrobe showcases local cherries. It's only worth visiting during the short cherry season …
Tasmania
There’s all sorts of historic clutter on display here: an early telephone exchange, old organs, military paraphernalia and the world’s first automatic…
Tasmania
Manned by volunteers, this small National Trust museum in a court house building dating from 1882 is home to a hodge-podge of local memorabilia and…
Cradle Country & The West
There’s a lookout over the town here, accessed by following Esk St, beside the Strahan Village booking office. It’s less than 1km from the Esplanade.
