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Geraldton WA is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Western Australia for a vacation, as the city enjoys plenty great weather all year-round.
If you are visiting the city for the first time, some of the popular things to do in Geraldton WA include surfing, snorkeling, visiting a winery and enjoying and eco-tour to the Albrolhos Islands.
Geraldton WA is located around two hundred miles north of Perth Western Australia and can be reached within a five hour drive on Highway 1.
However, if you are not used to driving through the Australian Outback, we wouldn’t recommend traveling by car as you’d be driving through isolated areas.
Things to do in Geraldton WA: Outdoor Activities
If you are looking to enjoy fun outdoor activities, the town of Kalbarri is only two hours from Geraldton WA along the North West Coastal Hwy route.
Apart from being able to book fishing charters and other kind of tours in Kalbarri town, you can explore the nearby Kalbarri National Park where you can enjoy hiking, horseback riding, kayaking and whale spotting activities.
Hiking
Kalbarri National Park
If you are an experienced hiker, the park is home to many hiking opportunities where you can enjoy anything from a day trip to an extended hiking excursion.
For instance, the trail that runs along the coast from Eagle Gorge to Natural Bridge is around 4 miles long and takes a few hours to complete, and along the way you are treated to lovely views of the ocean.
For easy hikes, the park is home to a few lookouts that offer lovely views of the area around and the gorges.
Two such lookout points are Z Bend and The Loop, which are both sign-marked trails that can be easily reached within minutes..
Chapman River Nature Trail
For a hike closer to Geraldton WA, the Chapman River trail along the River Chapman is another popular place to observe plenty of wildlife while enjoying a fun hike.
Whale Spotting
The coastal area of Kalbarri National Park is home to the magnificent Red Bluff cliffs, which offer breathtaking panoramas of the ocean as well as a perfect vantage point for spotting whales and dolphins.
Water Activities
If you are looking to enjoy water activities during your vacation in Geraldton WA, the waters of the town of Kalbarri's estuary are one of the best places where you can enjoy paddle boating, canoeing, swimming and even fishing activities..
Surfing & Windsurfing
If you are a surfing enthusiast, two of the most popular places where you can ride a wave include Sunset Beach and Back Beach.
Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach is located is only 5 miles north of Geraldton WA and it is only 20 minutes on Bus201. If you are using car rental, take the North West Coastal Highway (it takes around 10 minutes by car).
Apart from windsurfing, Sunset Beach is popular with other wind sports such as paragliding.
Back Beach
Back Beach is located south of Geraldton WA in the Mahomet Flats suburb. To get there by car, take Fitzgerald Street (around 8 minutes by car).
If you are a true surfing enthusiast, Back Beach is one of the most popular places in Geraldton WA to ride a wave, and body surfing.
Winery Tour
If you are a wine enthusiast, visiting one of the wineries in Geraldton is a must-add activity in your itinerary.
Two of the most popular vineyards where you can enjoy winery tours are Chapman Valley and Ego Creek Vineyard.
Ego Creek vineyard is the closest one to town (5 miles northeast), while Chapman Valley is located on Nanson Howatharra Rd (around 14 miles).
Things to do in Geraldton WA: Places of Interest
HMAS Sydney II Memorial
The HMAS Sydney II Memorial, located on Gummer Avenue, is a lovely remembrance memorial honoring the lives of the sailors that lost their lives aboard HMAS Sydney II in 1941.
If you are interested on a walking tour, the Geraldton Voluntary Tour Guides Association runs a 30 minute tour every day at the memorial.
Houtman Abrolhos
One of the most visited places on Western Australia it’s Houtman Abrolhos, which is a group of Islands located around 40 miles off Geraldton port.
If you are visiting the city for the first time, a visit to the Albrolhos Islands is another thing to do in Geraldton WA, which is worth adding to the itinerary.
The Albrolhos Islands are home to beautiful coral reefs and a wealth of marine life, which you can explore on a snorkeling trip.
However, the only way to get to the islands is through a tour or a fishing charter but book in advance, as only a certain amount of people are allowed every day on theses islands.
Glendenning Park
If you are traveling with kids to Geraldton WA, Glendenning Park is one of the most popular spots where families hang around for a fun day out..
The Park, located only 3 miles south along the Brand Highway, features kid’s play areas, picnic and grilling areas.
Old Geraldton Gaol Craft Center Tour
If you are a history buff, the Old Geraldton Gaol used to be a depot for convicts in the 19th century. Nowadays, this old depot serves as a craft center and open museum.
If you’d like to book a tour of the Gaol, you can do so at the Geraldton Visitors Centre.
Things to do in Geraldton WA: Shopping
The Old Geraldton Gaol Craft Center is a great place where you can purchase local handmade goods, which are ideal for souvenir gifts.
For retail shopping, head to Centro Northgate Shopping Center, located along Sanford Street near the Flight Center.
Things to do in Geraldton WA: Nightlife & Entertainment
The city of Geraldton WA has a buzzing nightlife with plenty of bars and pubs located along the city center.
For a bit of clubbing head to the ZUU nightclub, located between the corner of Fitzgerald Street and Lester Avenue.
If you love performing arts, one of the most popular things to do in Geraldton WA is to visit the Queens Park Theater, located between Corner Cathedral Ave and Maitland St.
The theater nightly performances range from fun comedy sketches to acrobatic performances such as Acrobatic Allstars, which happens next week.
Things to do in Geraldton WA: Events & Festivals
Geraldton Cup
If you are a horse enthusiast, the city is home to the Geraldton Cup thoroughbred horse race every March at the Geraldton Turf Club.
Sunshine Festival
The annual Sunshine Festival is one of the most popular events in Geraldton WA. If you are traveling with kids during September, the event features fun family activities and exciting competitions.
Big Sky Writers Festival
If you are a writer or love writing, the Big Sky Writers Festival is a great place where you can meet other like minded writers, share ideas, and participate in workshops.
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Cairns, along with Darwin, is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Queensland and an excellent gateway destination for exploring Australia’s Northern Territory.
If you are traveling to this city for the first time, Cairns Queensland is very touristy and has a feel to the French Riviera, with luxurious accommodations and expensive yachts.
However, what makes Cairns Queensland so popular is its wealth of natural attractions and outdoor opportunities such as hiking at one of the national parks or forest reserves.
If you are traveling to Australia consider the following places: Perth, Brisbane, Tasmania and Adelaide.
Things to do in Cairns Queensland: Fun Outdoor Activities
Hiking & Canoeing
If you are an outdoor enthusiast and are looking to enjoy the Queensland's natural scenery, Barron National Park is just a short drive from the city center (around 30 minutes by car).
Apart from great hiking trails at the park, you can kayak along Barron River and enjoy picnicking as well as a free tour of the Barron Gorge Hydro-Power Station.
Beware that camping is not allowed at the park but if you are looking to camp out, the nearby Speewah State Forest has campsites there.
Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
Fitzroy Island
One of the best places for diving and snorkeling opportunities it’s Fitzroy Island, which is an easy forty minute ferry ride from the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal to Marlin Marina.
Once you get to Fitzroy Island, you can hire diving and snorkeling gear, paddle boats and kayaks.
Don’t forget to book the popular glass bottom boat tour, which allows you to see colorful fish and marine plants.
Apart from water activities, the Fitzroy Island is home to a National Park home to many hiking trails that will allow you to explore all the areas of the Island.
Low Isles
The Low Isles are another hot-spot for snorkeling and diving as the waters are crystal clear and the coral is excellent.
To reach the Low Isles, head to Port Douglas where you can find many tour companies that will take out on the outer reef and the Low Isles for scuba diving and snorkeling trips.
Helicopter Tour
If you are not on a tight budget, a helicopter tour is another popular way to discover the area around Cairns from overhead.
A typical helicopter tour takes you around the rain forest and the Great Barrier Reef, allowing you to take unforgettable pictures.
Cable-way Ride
If you are visiting the town of Kuranda, another activity worth adding to your itinerary it’s a ride on the Skyrail Rain-forest Cableway, which runs between the towns of Kuranda and Caravonica (return trip takes around 3 hours)
During the ride you can get amazing views of the forest, the Barron River and the water falls.
Things to do in Cairns Queensland: Beaches
If you are looking to spend most of your vacation at the beach there are plenty of northern beaches to choose from.
Machans Beach and Holloways Beach are the nearest beaches to Cairns Queensland. You can reach these two beaches on Bus7, but if you are driving it’s around 20 minutes along Captain Cook highway.
Three of the most popular northern beaches are:
Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is just 10 miles from Cairns and offers plenty of amenities such as restaurants, picnic tables, lodging and even shopping places.
Trinity Beach is a cool 20 minutes by car, and 50 minutes on the Bus2A.
Palm Cove
Palm Beach is one of the best international beach destinations in Cairns Queensland and features a sandy shoreline with beautiful palm trees reminiscent of Los Angeles and Miami beaches.
Palm Cove is just 30 minutes by car, and around 60 minutes on the Bus1X.
Four Mile Beach
Four Mile Beach is a short walk from Port Douglas and it is another beautiful sandy beach where you can enjoy plenty of beach activities such as Kite surfing.
Things to do in Cairns Queensland: Day Trip
Kuranda
Kuranda town is located 15 miles northwest of Cairns’ city center. There are a couple of options for getting to Kuranda and these include public transit, car and railway.
If you are using car rental, take first the Captain Cook Highway towards Macalister Range then the Kennedy Highway (It takes around 30 minutes by car).
Having said this, one of the best ways to enjoy a trip to Kuranda town is with the Kuranda Scenic Railway.
The Kuranda railway line offers breathtaking mountain scenery views and an amazing vertical drop view as it passes through Stoney Creek Falls Bridge.
The Scenic line also cuts through the Barron Gorge National Park and stops at Barron Falls allowing you to catch a glimpse of these majestic waterfalls.
Once in Kuranda, you can check out a koala and butterfly sanctuary as well as the Cairns Wildlife Safari Reserve.
Things to do in Cairns Queensland: Shopping
For retail shopping, the Cairns Central Shopping center (located on Spence Street, near Cairns Central Station) offers plenty of department stores to choose from as well as a food court.
Pier Market Place, adjacent Marlin Marina, is another popular shopping center that offers over 100 different department stores, cafes and a food court.
For souvenir shopping, the Chinese night market on Esplanade Street (along the waterfront) is one of the best places where you can find all kinds of handmade items.
Things to do in Cairns Queensland: Nightlife & Entertainment
The nightlife in Cairns Queensland consists of bars and a few nightclubs mostly located on the city center.
Along the waterfront on Esplanade Street you can find a few bars and cafes where you can enjoy a quite drink.
Bungalow district, along Spence Street, also features plenty of bars and nightclubs such as Tropos nightclub, which plays mainly hip-hop and R&B music.
Things to do in Cairns Queensland: Events & Festivals
Port Douglas Carnivale
The Port Douglas Carnivale, held in May in Port Douglas, is a popular event that features a different theme every year.
This year the event features a vintage era theme and you’ll be able to see vintage cars, beautiful street parades, amazing floats and plenty of live entertainment.
Go Troppo Arts Festival
The Go Troppo Arts Festival, held in October in Port Douglas, is one of the most popular cultural events in Australia. The festival is a community event, and brings together artists, performers and dancers from all over the region to share their passion for art.
Cairns Blues Festival
If you love Blues music, and are traveling in early May, you can catch the Cairns Blues Festival at Fogarty Park.
Cairns Show
The Cairns Show is a two day event that happens in July on Severin Street. The event features the best arts and craft in the northern territory, along with farming shows, and fun competitions such as wood chopping contests.
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Adelaide, located in South Australia, is one of the smallest cities in Australia and it is often overlooked over cities such as Sydney or Melbourne.
If you are looking for a big-city feel destination without the large crowds, Adelaide Australia tourism offers many fun things to do in and out of the city. For instance, Fleurieu Peninsula is home to stunning beaches and charming towns such as Victor Harbor town which is home to marvelous horse-drawn tram.
Apart from many fun things to do in Adelaide Australia, the city is also a great base for exploring some of Australia's Islands such as Kangaroo Island and Tasmania.
Fun Things to do in Adelaide Australia: Tours & Activities
Torrens River Gondola Ride
For those looking for romantic things to do in Adelaide Australia, a Gondola ride along Torrens River is one of the best ways to spend a relaxing hour marveling at Adelaide’s landmarks.
Whale Watching Tours
Just like whale watching in New Zealand, whale watching is a popular pastime in Australia’s coastal areas.
If you are traveling to Adelaide Australia between summer and autumn months, tour companies operate mainly from the south of Fleurieu Peninsula.
Old Gaol Tour
The Old Gaol, located in Adelaide Park, is an old prison complex open to visitors for guided or self-guided tours where visitors can explore and experience ‘apparent’ sightings in the complex.
Wine Tasting Tour
Visiting one of the wine regions is one of the most popular fun things to do in Adelaide Australia, and if you are looking to enjoy a wine tasting tour can explore more than five wine regions in the Adelaide area.
The National Wine Centre of Australia, located in the center of the city, has a great place to sample some wines and find out more information about Australia’s wine regions.
Two of the best wine regions in Australia are Adelaide Plains and Adelaide Hills, where you can find many wineries offering winery tours.
Surfing & Water Activities
One of the best surfing spots nearby Adelaide Australia is in Victor Harbor Town (an hour's drive from Adelaide) where you can find popular surfing beaches such as Waitpinga.
Victor Harbor Town is also home to the popular Greenhills Adventure Park where you can enjoy a myriad of fun activities such as rock wall climbing, canoeing and go-karting.
Parks & Sanctuaries
Those interested in exploring Adelaide’s wildlife and flora can do so at the Cleland Wildlife Park and at the Warrawong wildlife sanctuary.
The Cleland Park is just fifteen minutes away from Adelaide City Center, and if you are traveling with kids, you will all enjoy petting koalas and baby kangaroos.
Warrawong center is a sanctuary for endangered species and it is a great place to explore with the family as visitors are allowed to wander around freely.
Fun Things to do in Adelaide Australia: Beaches
Glenelg Beach
Glenelg, located on the shore of Holdfast Bay, is home to one of the touristy beaches in Adelaide where you can also find 'The Beachhouse' amusement park.
*Distance (8miles from Adelaide City Center, 26 minutes car ride)
Port Noarlunga Beach
Port Noarlunga Beach, located in the City of Onkaparinga, is a popular beach home to the popular the Port Noarlunga Reef and Onkaparinga Estuary Aquatic Reserve where you can enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving.
*Distance (19 miles from Adelaide City Center, 49 minutes car ride)
Maslin Beach
Maslin Beach is another beautiful beach with an area reserved for naturist.
*Distance (24 miles from Adelaide City Center, 59 minutes car ride)
Fun Things to do in Adelaide Australia: Places of Interest
Adelaide City Center
One of the best ways to explore the city center of Adelaide is on a bus tour. The main points of interest in the city are the Parliament House, Adelaide Town Hall, the Migration Museum and the South Australian Museum.
Fleurieu Peninsula
The Fleurieu Peninsula is another beautiful area to explore on a day trip from the City, and it is just an hour’s drive South of Adelaide. The peninsula is home to many towns worth exploring. Two of the most popular include:
Victor Harbor Town
One of the most popular attractions in Victor Harbor is the horse-drawn tram that connects the harbor to Granite Island, where you can see a large colony of Fairy Penguins.
Willunga Town
The town of Willunga is a lovely place home the Willunga Farmers' Market and many charming traditional shops where you can purchase all kinds of local crafts.
The town also comes alive in the summer months where you can enjoy fun summer festivals such as the Fleurieu Folk Festival and the historic Almond Blossom Festival
Kangaroo Island
Kangaroo Island, located on the west coast of Fleurieu Peninsula, is a popular place for outdoor enthusiasts and it is home to Flinders Chase National Park where you can explore stunning rock formations and enjoy hiking and camping.
Kangaroo Island is easily reached by ferry from Cape Jervis (an hour’s drive from Adelaide)
Fun Things to do in Adelaide Australia: Sports
If you are sports enthusiast, attending an sport event during your vacation in Adelaide Australia is a must-add in your itinerary. The city is home to an Australian Rules Football league, a Soccer league and One Day International cricket matches.
Fun Things to do in Adelaide Australia: Shopping
In the heart of Adelaide’s City Center is where you can find a variety of shops, shopping malls, boutiques and the popular Adelaide Central Market.
The Adelaide Central Market is home to many vendors selling all kinds of produce and goods, and it is an ideal place for buying souvenir presents such as jewelery, rugs and local crafts.
For retail and high-end shopping, the Rundle Mall district is where you can find a great variety of designer boutiques and shopping malls such as the famed Myer Shopping Mall.
Fun Things to do in Adelaide Australia: Nightlife & Entertainment
Being a cosmopolitan city, Adelaide Australia is home to a great variety of bars, nightclubs and entertainment venues to suit all.
For instance, the Skycity Adelaide Casino located in the Adelaide Plaza is a great place to spend a few hours playing casino games or simply lounge around and enjoy a variety of live performances.
The L!ve club, located on Light Square, is another popular venue known for hosting different music nights such as salsa and hip-hop nights.
Another popular district is Hindley Street which is known for its atmosphere and active nightlife.
Fun Things to do in Melbourne Australia: Events & Festivals
Adelaide Racing Carnival
The Adelaide Racing Carnival, held at the Morphettville racecourse in March, is home to one of the most prestigious thoroughbred racing events in Australia.
Adelaide V8 Supercar
The Adelaide V8 Supercar, held at the Victoria Park Racecourse in March, is one of the biggest car events in Australia, and a great event to see amazingly fast v8 engine cars.
Tour Down Under Race & Be Active Tour
The Tour Down Under Race, held in January, is a popular cycling event attracting famous riders from all over the world, and it is ranked high along with the famed Tour De France.
The 'Be Active Tour' is a similar event where the public are allowed to ride on the same route as the main race, and aims to promote health awareness.
Maslin Beach Olympics
The Maslin Beach Olympics, held in January at the Maslin Beach, is a fun event where the public participate in informal competitions such as three-legged races.
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The city of Perth, located on Western Australia, is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Australia and it’s one of the best destinations in February if you are looking for a late winter holiday.
Perth is one of the biggest draw in Australia tourism, and due to its location on the Indian Ocean the city enjoys a great amount of sunny days and great weather all year-round.
Apart from the many fun things to do in Perth Western Australia, the city is a great base for taking a cruise along the Australian coastline and explore cities such as Hobart where you can enjoy fun things to do in Tasmania.
Fun Things to do in Perth Western Australia: Outdoor Activities
Parks
King’s Park
King’s Park, located in downtown Perth, is another popular tourist attraction in Perth as it is home to beautiful botanical gardens where you can take a stroll, and visit memorials such as the State War Memorial Precinct located on Mount Eliza.
Yellagonga Regional Park
The Yellagonga Regional Park in Joondalup, located around thirty minutes drive north of Perth city center offers a great opportunity for those looking to enjoy Western Australia natural famed bush lands.
The Yellagonga Regional Park is home to caves and a few hiking trails where you can also enjoy some bird spotting and picnicking along the way.
Whiteman Park
Whiteman Park is located in the outskirts north of Perth and it is a great national park that also features a wildlife sanctuary where kids can pet the Kangaroos and other wildlife.
Tours around Perth
Brewery & Wine Tours
If you are a fan of beer and wines, taking a brewery and wine tour is another popular activity to add on your itinerary. Brewery and wine tours can be organized once you arrive in the city, and a typical tour takes you on a visit to leading vineyards and microbreweries in Swan Valley.
Bus Tour
If you are visiting Perth on a day trip, a bus tour of the city is one of the most time-effective ways to explore the city’s hot spots and popular landmarks such Swan Bells tower, Perth Town Hall and Saint Mary's Cathedral.
Sailing Tour
Another popular way to explore Perth landmarks is on a sailing tour along the city’s largest river, Swan River. A typical Swan River tour can be booked from either Barrack Street or Fremantle Port.
Whale watching Tour
Just like New Zealand whale watching, if you visit Perth between September and November, you can take a whale watching tour and catch the migration of Southern Right Whales and Humpback Whales along Perth's coast.
Diving & Snorkeling
If you are looking to enjoy some diving and snorkeling during your vacation, the coast of Perth and reefs off the coast offer some of the best diving and snorkeling opportunities in Australia.
One of the most popular spots is Rottnest Island, where you will find sank shipwrecks and a wide variety of marine life.
Fun Things to do in Perth Western Australia: Beaches
Cottesloe Beach
Cottesloe Beach is one of the Perth’s most popular beaches and it is only a ten minute drive from Perth’s city center. Cottesloe Beach is also a popular beach amongst families due to its shallow waters ideal for snorkeling and body surfing.
Scarborough Beach
Scarborough Beach, located northwest of Perth’s city center, is another popular beach in Western Australia for wind sports.
The beach is also popular amongst backpackers due to the cheap accommodation available there, and it is just a twenty minute drive from the city center.
Swanbourne Beach
Swanbourne Beach, located southwest of Perth’s city center, is also popular amongst wind sport enthusiast, as well as families and naturists.
Naturism is unofficially permitted in Perth but as it stands, the north end of the beach is designated for nudists, while the south end is designated for families.
Fun Things to do in Perth Western Australia: Places of Interest
Perth Mint
If you are interested in how gold is melted, a visit to Perth Mint is another popular fun thing to do. Apart from seeing how gold is melted, the Mint houses a great collection on all sorts of coins.
Western Australian Museum
Visiting the Western Australian Museums is, undoubtedly, another attraction to add on your Perth itinerary.
The museum houses a great variety of exhibits, galleries and interactive rooms where you can learn all about dinosaur fossils, local wildlife and more.
Perth Zoo
If you are traveling with the family, the Perth Zoo is one of the most popular fun things to do in Perth Western Australia for a day with the family. The Perth Zoo has a massive variety of animals from the different habitats including an African Safari and an Asian rain-forest.
Fremantle Port City
Those of you interested in Australia’s colonial era will enjoy a visit to Fremantle Port City.
The main points of interest in Fremantle Port City are the 19th century buildings that include the Round House, the Fremantle History Museum and the Fremantle Prison.
Fun Things to do in Perth Western Australia: Shopping
Downtown Perth is home to great opportunities for retail shopping. For instance, the Murray district has many department stores and specialty shops lining the street, as well as the Murray Street Mall which has a very popular food court & seafood restaurant overlooking the street.
For local handmade goods and souvenir shopping, the Fremantle Markets are one of the best places to go in Perth. The markets are located on the corner of South Terrace and Henderson Street, and you can find over one hundred stalls selling anything for local produce to arts and crafts.
Fun Things to do in Perth Western Australia: Nightlife & Entertainment
Nightlife
The nightlife in Perth is a lively one and ranges from English, Irish and local pubs as well as all kinds of nightclubs.
One of the most popular areas to hang-out in Perth is North-bridge which is where you will find the bulk of all the pubs, restaurants and nightclubs such as the popular Metropolis Concert Club, the Jackal and Club A.
Entertainment
The Burswood Entertainment Complex is one of the most popular venues in Perth that offers all kinds of entertainment all-in-one. The complex is home to a casino, a theater and a Dome that regularly hosts tennis tournaments and international concerts.
Fun Things to do in Perth Western Australia: Events & Festivals
The Joondalup Festival
The Joondalup Festival, held in March, is one of the most popular events in Perth and features street parades and all sorts of live entertainment such as dancing and circus shows, as well as activities for the little ones.
The Red Bull Air Race
The Red Bull Air Race, held in November along the Swan River banks, is an exciting event where planes compete in a race flying meters away from the Swan River.
Fun Things to do in Perth Western Australia: Sports
If you are a sports enthusiast, a visit to a game of Australian Rules football is a great way to spend an afternoon and soak in an electrifying atmosphere.
Just like Brisbane and Melbourne, Perth loves their game of football and you can catch a weekly game at the Subiaco stadium between early spring and late summer.
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The Island of Tasmania (formerly known as Van Diemen's Land) is located on the southernmost part of Australia and is home to stunning natural formations such as the Devil’s Kitchen and the Tasman Arch found in the Tasmanian Peninsula.
Tasmania is an outdoors enthusiast's paradise primarily and other fun things to do in Tasmania include visiting the historic buildings and landmarks from Australia’s colonial past.
Apart from enjoying the natural scenery and the many fun things to do in Tasmania, the Island is also an ideal holiday base for trips to Australia and New Zealand.
Fun Things to do in Tasmania: Fun Outdoor Activities
Hiking
Hiking is, undoubtedly, one of the most popular fun things to do in Tasmania.
One of the best places to enjoy the natural wilderness is at the Hartz Mountains National Park, located just an hour’s drive southwest of Hobart. At the park most people enjoy the four hour walk to the summit of Hartz Peak, which offers stunning views of the area around.
Another great area that offers fantastic outdoor opportunities is at the Tasman National Park, which is located in the Tasmanian Peninsula (just a couple of hours drive from Hobart). The Park is a great place to enjoy hiking, camping, boating, fishing and swimming.
Scuba Diving
Tasmania’s southern east coat is home to some of the best diving sites in the world. Those of you interested in exploring Tasmania’s marine and coral life will find some of the best diving sites at Eaglehawk Diving Center.
The center is located in Eaglehawk Neck (just an hour’s drive from Hobart) and offers a diversity of scuba diving opportunities such as exploring the Waterfall Bay caves.
Winery Tour
Visiting a winery is another of the popular fun things to do in Tasmania for first time visitors.
Apart from being able to sample fine Tasmanian wine and learn how wine is made, a winery offers beautiful views and a relaxing atmosphere where you can take a peaceful stroll.
Those of you staying in the city of Hobart can enjoy a winery tour at Moorilla Estate Vineyard, which is only a twenty minute drive northwest of Hobart.
Fun Things to do in Tasmania: Places of Interest
Seahorse World
Seahorse World is another interesting place to visit in Tasmania, especially if you love marine life. At the center, you can see thousands of seahorses, and visitors get a fantastic guided tour that explains the different types of seahorses there is.
Richmond Town
Visiting Richmond Town (located within a short drive of Hobart) is like stepping back in time. Taking a tour of this historic village is one of the most popular fun things to do in Tasmania.
The highlights of visiting Richmond Town include a visit to the oldest bridge and the oldest jail in Australia
Port Arthur
Port Arthur, located in the Tasmanian Peninsula, is another popular tourist attraction in Tasmania and a great place to catch a glimpse of Australia’s colonial period.
Port Arthur is home to many historic buildings, as well as the ruins of a 19th century British prison settlement, where visitors can explore the old jail cells.
Fun Things to do in Tasmania: Shopping and dining
One of the best places to hang out and enjoy a bit of shopping in Tasmania is in Salamanca Place in the city of Hobart.
Salamanca Place is home to many lovely shops, pubs and restaurants. At the weekend, roads leading to Salamanca Place are closed as Salamanca Place turns into the Salamanca Market. The market is a great place to shop for local produce, as well as handmade goods for gifts and souvenirs.
Fun Things to do in Tasmania: Nightlife & Entertainment
Those of you looking to enjoy a bit of nightlife during a vacation in Tasmania, the city of Hobart it’s the life and soul of Tasmania.
As mentioned earlier, Salamanca Place has many restaurants and pubs but the waterfront is also a great place where you can enjoy a nice drink out.
Fun Things to do in Tasmania: Festivals & Events
Richmond Fair
Richmond Fair, held in Richmond Town in March, is a popular event in Tasmania where you can enjoy culinary events, traditional Tasmanian music and kids activities.
Bloomin Tulips Festival
The Bloomin Tulips Festival, held in the town of Wynyard during the spring, is a fun event where you can find local arts and craft, sample delicious foods and enjoy different types of competitions.
Hobart Summer Festival
The Hobart Summer Festival, held in Hobart in late December, is one of the most popular Tasmanian events and a great event for anyone to attend. The event spans over ten days and involves fireworks, fun competitions, kids’ activities and all sorts of cuisine delights.
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