A Winter Escape to Tasmania
Tasmania easily has one of Australia's most diverse landscapes, plus it's a haven for the unconventional. Its heritage-listed wilderness, excellent pinot noir, epic art festivals and, of course, the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) all make the tiny island state a pretty unique place — and in winter even more so. With snow-capped mountains, glacial lakes and long starry nights, Tassie experiences winter more intensely than any other state. Plus, the season brings a calendar of epic events. So, with winter just on the horizon, we've tracked down some essential experiences to have down south — from the most soul-stirring winter adventures to the toastiest stays.
Let us guide you through the island's wildest landscapes and give you insight into how the locals revel in the cold. Walk through ancient rainforests and rugged peaks, visit some stellar cellar doors and cutting-edge dining experiences and swim nude on the winter solstice during Australia's most sinister festival — Dark Mofo. Tasmania has winter enrichment in spades. You really have no reason to hibernate this year.
Warming Essentials
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Five Must-Hit Wineries That'll Make You Never Want to Leave Tasmania
Sip at your own risk. You may never want to return home.
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Five Indulgent Tasmanian Restaurants Guaranteed to Warm Your Soul This Winter
Settle in for cosy meals of local produce and unique wines.
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Five Breweries Guaranteed to Keep You Warm on a Tasmanian Winter Getaway
Where to sip a cold one on the island state.
Local Curiosities
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Seven Unconventional Cultural Experiences to Discover in Tasmania
Go from absurdist mazes to a town that doubles as an openair gallery.
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Seven Cosy Places to Snuggle into This Winter in Tasmania
Curl up next to the fire and bask in luxe views at one of these cosy stays.
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Seven Unexpected Things You Can Do and See in Tasmania
From visiting a seahorse farm to breaking taboos at a museum dedicated to poo.
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Five Experiences Completely Unique to Tasmania in Winter
From exploring snowy enchanted forests to dressing up and dancing through apple orchards
Epic Wanders
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Six Beautiful Sights in Tasmania and Why You'll Want to See Them in Winter
Discover the Apple Isle from multi-tiered waterfalls to glacial lakes and ancient rainforests.
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Five Ways to Make Your Winter Trip to Tasmania the Best One Yet
From winter festivals and scenic walks to whisky distilleries and cosy cocktail bars.
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Five Breathtaking Tasmanian Hikes to Discover This Winter
Conquer otherworldly walks, coastal journeys and treks to panoramic summits.