Northern Tasmania

Third Settlement in Australia

George Town was the location for the third European settlement in Australia when the HMS Buffalo landed in 1804. It took until 1811 to establish the first permanent settlement and George Town was at one stage Tasmania 's northern centre, not Launceston. George Town is at the head of the river Tamar and 50km to the south, at the tip of the river, is Launceston which is the northern regional centre. A monument dedicated to the landing site of the HMS Buffalo has been erected on George Town Esplanade.

Piper River Wines

George Town is also near the award winning Pipers River wine region. The cool temperate climate found in this region of Tasmania is ideal for grape cultivation which has resulted in a thriving wine industry. Wineries  such as the 'Bay of Fires', 'Silk Hill', 'Holm Oak', 'Meadowbank Estate' and Delamere have cellar doors where the wine can be sampled and purchased.

See George Town Tasmania Region Map.

Spirit Of Tasmania

The various Spirit Of Tasmania ships cross between mainland Australia (Melbourne and Sydney) and Devonport, Tasmania. Please see the following links to book Melbourne to Devonport crossings:
Melbourne to Devonport.
Devonport to Melbourne.

Hobart Accommodation

Hobart has hotels in waterside and city locations. Click here for full list of Hobart accommodation. page.

Salamanca Terraces Apartment Hotel

The renowned Salamanca Markets held every Saturday are accessible by stepping out the front door of Salamanca Terraces.

Corus Hotel Hobart

High levels of guest comfort and services surrounded by contemporary design and Tasmanian art. Bars, restaurants and superb location.

Grand Chancellor Hotel Hobart

Tasmanian timbers, polished granite and artworks add an elegant touch to every room. Majestic views over the Derwent River, Mt Wellington and the City.

Rydges Hotel Hobart

Old blends with the polish of the new, the small boutique hotel heritage listed buildings capture the very essence of historic Hobart.

Shoreline Hotel/Motel Hobart

Located on Hobart's Eastern Shore with superb views across the Derwent River to Hobart city and Mount Wellington.