East Coast Tasmania

Travel Guide

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Discover historical sites, local cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes while exploring the stunning East Coast of Tasmania.

East Coast Tasmania is an ideal destination for outdoor and scenery travelers. You can explore historical sites such as the Bark Mill Museum and visit memorials like the Glamorgan War Memorial. For those interested in local cuisine, nearby venues like Freycinet Marine Farm and Gala Estate Winery offer a taste of the region's produce. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the Mount Amos Track, which provides a scenic footpath for hiking and enjoying the surrounding landscape.

Spend some time exploring the different nearby areas of East Coast Tasmania. Cranbrook is known for its outdoor experiences, featuring the Sassafras Gully Conservation Area and Spring Vale Wines. Dolphin Sands is also recognized for its scenic beauty, highlighted by Nine Mile Beach. Likewise, Swansea offers visitors attractions like Spiky Bridge and the Dry Creek West and East Nature Reserves, creating a diverse experience for those interested in exploring the region’s natural and historical features.

The best time to visit East Coast Tasmania is from December to February when the weather is mild, mostly dry, and often sunny. During these months, you can enjoy outdoor activities without the interference of heavy rain. While the summer months can attract more visitors, this period generally provides a pleasant environment for exploring the area's attractions and natural beauty.

Panorama Hotel St Helens

Panorama Hotel St Helens

4 out of 5
1 Quail Street St Helens TAS
$117 nightly
The price is $129 total per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13
$129 total
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in St Helens. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Panorama Hotel St Helens
Beachfront At Bicheno

Beachfront At Bicheno

4 out of 5
232 Tasman Highway Bicheno TAS
Stay at this motel in Bicheno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
Beachfront At Bicheno
The Waterloo Hotel

The Waterloo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1A Franklin Street Swansea TAS
$93 nightly
The price is $102 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$102 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Swansea. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (794 reviews)
"Hotel located near a park at the end of the Swansea town. Check in was easy but have to wait a bit as there is a line. Ample parking spaces and walking distance for grocery and food. There is also a gas station nearby with helpful staff. There are only one washing machine and dryer. You have to wait ..."

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2026

The Waterloo Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park

NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
Garden Point Road Port Arthur TAS
Book a stay at this family-friendly campground in Port Arthur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (673 reviews)
"Joseph and Linda, the park managers, are two of the most beautiful human beings you could ever have the pleasure of meeting. And they are running an absolutely first class team & park. Being so warmly and kindly greeted by Linda on my first day at reception - who went above and beyond with her customer ..."

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2026

NRMA Port Arthur Holiday Park
Bicheno by the Bay

Bicheno by the Bay

3 out of 5
The Esplanade Bicheno TAS
Stay at this cottage in Bicheno. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a garden. Popular attractions Lookout Rock State Reserve and Whalers Lookout Conservation ...
9/10 Wonderful! (714 reviews)
"Great warm welcome, really helpful and so much local knowledge to share. Lovely team and rest assured we will be back. A paradise on the coast. Thank you so much for making it a special stay"

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2026

Bicheno by the Bay
Kellraine Holiday Units

Kellraine Holiday Units

3 out of 5
72 Tully Street St Helens TAS
Stay at this apartment in St Helens. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a lazy river. Popular attractions Medeas Cove Conservation Area and Suncoast Gallery ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (59 reviews)
"Convenient and comfortable, could do with some TLC."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

Kellraine Holiday Units
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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