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The Tamar Valley stretches 60 kilometres north from Launceston to the Bass Strait along the Tamar River. It is Tasmania's oldest wine region, with over 30 wineries to explore. The region also has fascinating museums, incredible national parks, wetlands, and world-class tourist attractions.
As you drive through the Tamar Valley, you will see rolling hills, majestic vineyards and stunning panoramic views.
Top 10 Things to Do in the Tamar Valley, Tasmania
Beaconsfield Heritage Centre
You can learn about the Beaconsfield Mine Rescue at the Beaconsfield Heritage Centre. There is also a collection of experiences and interactive displays that allow you to enjoy and appreciate the history of Beaconsfield and the Tamar Valley. Click here to visit the website.
Platypus House
The Platypus House tour is a fun and educational tour for all ages. You will see platypus up close in their ponds and tanks and learn more about these fascinating creatures from the tour guides.
After seeing the platypus, you visit the echidna area, where the echidnas wander around your feet while they are feeding. Click here to visit the website.
Seahorse World
Seahorse World is a working farm and offers guided tours where you will learn about the fascinating life cycle of a seahorse. This educational and fun tour takes you through the Cave of the Seahorse, the Seahorse Farm and the Wonders of the Southern Ocean Aquarium. Click here to visit the website.
Brady's Lookout
Brady’s Lookout has fantastic views of the Tamar River and surrounding areas. There is also an interpretation sign about Mathew Brady, the bushranger, whom the lookout is named after. It's a beautiful spot for a picnic, with toilets and picnic tables.
Explore Low Head
At Low Head, you can explore the Low Head Lighthouse and Foghorn, Low Head Pilot Station, and Low Head Maritime Museum, a great place to learn about Tasmania's maritime history.
On the outskirts of Launceston is a unique estuarine wetland ecosystem of mudflats, lagoons, and islands with abundant plant, bird, and animal life.
The 4-kilometre circuit takes approx. 1.5 hours is one of the 60 Great Short walks of Tasmania.
Explore Grindelwald
This Swiss-themed resort has a shopping arcade, news and gift store, clothing store, golf pro shop, cafe, and Bakery. You can also play a round on the 18-hole mini-golf or ten-hole public golf course, hire paddle boats, and canoe on the lake.
Batman Bridge
The Batman Bridge is a modern bridge spanning the Tamar River. It was built between 1966 and 1968 and was the first cable-stayed bridge in Australia. There is a picnic area below the bridge and a walkway across it.
Narawntapu National Park
Narawntapu’s National Park has diverse coastal heathlands, grasslands, and dry sclerophyll woodlands. It also has an abundance of birdlife and wildlife. The park has several great walking tracks.
Visit Wineries
The Tamar Valley is Tasmania’s oldest wine-growing area, with excellent premium cool-climate varieties. Over 30 wineries and cellar doors are available to explore, taste wines, and enjoy lunch overlooking the vines.
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