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Autumn (March to May) in Hobart and beyond is a season of contrasts—warm, golden days give way to cool, cosy evenings. It’s the perfect time to enjoy an outdoor adventure by day and retreat to a fireside meal by night.
The change of season also brings a rich bounty of fresh produce, with harvest festivals and farmers’ markets showcasing the best of Tasmania’s food and drink.
🍂 Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens – Just minutes from the city, these gardens come alive with autumn colours, offering the perfect spot for a peaceful wander.
🍂 Mount Field National Park – Home to the famous Tarn Shelf, this national park turns into a wonderland of golden hues. A visit here is a must for nature lovers and photographers.
🍂 The Derwent Valley – Take a scenic drive through this picturesque region, stopping at historic towns like New Norfolk and exploring the stunning gardens at Salmon Ponds.
🍂 The Huon Valley – Apple orchards are heavy with fruit, and the valley’s vineyards are wrapped in vibrant autumn shades—best enjoyed with a glass of local pinot noir in hand.
🍷 Coal River Valley – Enjoy a glass (or two) of fine Tasmanian wine as the vineyards glow in shades of gold. Don’t forget to visit Richmond for a dose of history and a picture-perfect stroll over the Richmond Bridge.
Autumn is a feast for the senses in Southern Tasmania. The apple harvest is in full swing, making it the perfect time to sample fresh cider straight from the orchard. Local restaurants embrace the season with hearty, slow-cooked dishes featuring Tasmanian truffles, mushrooms, and freshly harvested produce. A visit to Salamanca Market or one of the region’s farm gates will reveal an abundance of seasonal delights to savour. Image Credits Below: Farzi
For those who love the outdoors, autumn is ideal for hiking, kayaking, and wildlife spotting. Bruny Island’s rugged coastlines are even more spectacular in the golden light, while kunanyi / Mount Wellington offers stunning panoramic views over Hobart with a dusting of early snow on its peak.
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, there’s something undeniably enchanting about this time of year. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering your own backyard, autumn in Southern Tasmania is a season of beauty, flavour, and unforgettable experiences. 🍁
We acknowledge the Tasmanian Aboriginal people and their enduring custodianship of lutruwita / Tasmania. We honour 40,000 years of uninterrupted care, protection and belonging to these islands, before the invasion and colonisation of European settlement. As a destination that welcomes visitors to these lands, we acknowledge our responsibility to represent to our visitors, Tasmania’s deep and complex history, fully, respectfully and truthfully.
We acknowledge the Aboriginal people who continue to care for this country today. We pay our respects to their elders, past and present. We honour their stories, songs, art, and culture, and their aspirations for the future of their people and these lands. We respectfully ask that tourism be a part of that future.
Tasmanian Travel and Information Centre
16-20 Davey St, Hobart TAS 7000
(03) 6238 4222
bookings@hobarttravelcentre.com.au
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