Introducing Richmond
Straddling the Coal River 27km northeast of Hobart, historic Richmond was once a strategic military post and convict station on the road to Port Arthur. Riddled with 19th-century buildings, it’s arguably Tasmania’s premier historic town, but like The Rocks in Sydney and Hahndorf in Adelaide, it’s become a parody of itself with no actual ‘life’, just a parasitic tourist trade picking over the bones of the colonial past.
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That said, Richmond is undeniably picturesque, and kids love chasing the ducks around the riverbanks. It’s also quite close to the airport – a happy overnight option if you’re on an early flight. See www.richmondvillage.com.au for more information.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Tasmania in 2 1/2 days
by Harry_Ramsden 17 September 2010
In 2.5 days there's not a you can do. Either stick with Hobart and take day trips out to Port Arthur, Richmond, Russell Falls, Huon Valley…
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RE: 3 Days in Tasmania
by Harry_Ramsden 11 June 2009
Well, there certainly is heaps to see in tasmania, and more than can be seen in 3 days, but even in a month I wouldn't include Devonport!!…
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by Captain_Courageous 24 October 2008
If it was me. I'd go one of two ways - down the Heritage Highway through Evandale to Campbelltown and then along Lake Leake Road to…
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