Tasmania Travel Guide with Ashley Dobson

To celebrate the launch of our newest Made in Australia collection, Haven, we've asked a few of our favourite travellers to share their must-see Australian destinations. 

For the first in our Australia Travel Guide series, we’re exploring Tasmania with travel, lifestyle and adventure photographer, Ashley Dobson.

Below Ashley shares her fondest memories and visual diary from her expedition to Tasmania including what to see, eat and explore, plus those insider travel secrets that will enhance your next adventure…

 
Must Explore...
Oh where do I even start? I’ll try and make this one short because I could go on and on, but I’ll give you my top 5 places I would recommend if you were visiting Tasmania.

1. Bruny Island - amazing for beaches & oysters! Make sure to grab a fresh loaf at Bruny Baker. It was the best bread I’ve ever had.

2. Maria Island - Beautiful beaches and wombats in the wild, this is a must!

3. Bay of Fires - The beaches here are unreal and I’ve never seen anywhere like it. The fiery red rocks, white sand and turquoise water is incredible.

4. Cradle Mountain - you could spend days here or make it a day trip. I recommend doing the walk around Dove Lake.

5. Richmond - Richmond is the cutest little town and I always find myself going back. You need to check out the famous bridge (make sure to bring duck food), antique shops, and the bakery. It is definitely worth visiting!

Favourite Beaches…
All of the beaches are so beautiful in Tassie. Wineglass Bay is one of my all-time faves. You can get the best view from Mount Amos or a scenic flight. Bay of Fires is incredible, and I’ll never get sick of going here. The best beaches are: The Gardens, Binalong Bay and Jeannette Beach.

Best Places to Stay…
Picking where to stay is one of my favourite parts about going to Tasmania. The Airbnb’s here are part of the Tassie experience. There are so many different Airbnb’s you can choose and every single one of them has something unique. To name a few of my favourites... Captains Rest, Bruny Boathouse, Ship Inn Stanley, Captains Cottage, and House of the Weedy Sea-dragon. 

Have to Taste...
I highly recommend you go to Franklin and check out Franks Cider House and Will Smith’s Apple Shed. You need to try the homemade apple pie at both places and pick your fave. My favourite was at Will Smith’s, but both are so incredible. 

In Hobart I recommend Preachers for the beer and burgers, so delish! Fish Frenzy for the best Fish and Chips and If you’re a sushi fan check out Kosaten Japanese Restaurant, the sushi is so fresh.

If you’re heading to Richmond, I recommend going to the Richmond Bakery to try the vanilla slice and a scallop pie (yes weird combo, I know) but they are to die for.

If you are heading to Bruny Island and are an oyster lover like myself, head over to Get Shucked. If you like beer, cheese and wine go to the Bruny Island Cheese Company.

Best Coffee...
Sisterhood in Hobart, Cubed Espresso Bar in Eaglehawk Neck, The Coffee Shack in Strahan, and Jackman & McRoss in Battery Point.

Do in a Day...
If you have a day to spare in Hobart, go to Mona - Museum of Old and New Art. Then when you’re finished, go up to Mt. Wellington and get the best views of Hobart!

For a Weekend Trip…
Bruny Island - it is the perfect getaway and there’s so much to explore.

What to Pack...
Camera, a jumper, cute dress & duck food.

Insider’s Tip...
If you go to Bay Of Fires, there are so many hidden gems to find. Don’t just stick to the popular beaches, go for a wander. The best tip I can give is go on your google maps satellite version and find some hidden beaches. 

Don’t Miss...
Lettes Bay, Strahan. My #1 favourite place in Tasmania for so many reasons. This place is magical and it’s worth the drive. I recommend staying at Captains Rest or Bushy Summers.

If you're looking for an Instagram travel account that you can live vicariously through follow Ashley @ashleydobson