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Heritage Highway

Discover Tasmania's historic Midland Highway

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Embark on a leisurely journey along Tasmania’s Heritage Highway, the picturesque stretch between Hobart and Launceston that beckons travelers to slow down and savor the delights of this historically rich region. The Midland Highway may span a mere couple of hours’ drive, but within this short distance lies an extraordinary wealth of heritage and culture waiting to be discovered.

Discover Tasmania’s Heritage Highway, linking Hobart to Launceston. With dozens of historic attractions and charming towns along the way.

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Take your time, and let the tranquil pace of the journey allow for unexpected discoveries, Historic Bridges, Sandstone Towns, Antiques, Distilleries, Convict Sites and more.

Delight your taste buds at renowned bakeries offering artisanal treats and indulge in the exquisite flavours of world-class distilleries. Each stop presents an opportunity to savour the essence of Tasmania’s Midlands.

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Discover things to do along Tasmania’s Heritage Highway, with an eclectic year-round calendar of festivals and events.

Voices from the Graves

17 May 2025

Untamed Essence – Solo Art Exhibition

28 March 2025

Handmade Market, Campbell Town

5 April 2025

Tasmania Super 440

9 May 2025

Essence of Tasmania – Art Exhibition

2 May 2025

Brahms Horn Trio | Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra

10 May 2025

Oatlands Highland Gathering

5 April 2025
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From quaint country towns to stunning mountain vistas.

This scenic route will take you from the charming city of Launceston to the vibrant capital city of Hobart, showcasing the rich history and natural beauty of Tasmania along the way. 

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Western Junction

AutoRent (Launceston Airport)

AutoRent is a Tasmanian-owned car rental, campervan and motor-home company with depots throughout Tasmania....
Kempton, Tasmania. Image Credit: Darren Wright
Kempton

Kempton

Once a bustling coaching stop on the highway between Hobart and Launceston, Kempton remains a charming window into Tasmania’s colonial past....
Avoca

Crooked Chimney Cottage

A simple miners cottage that has since discovered the finer things in life. A world away, yet close to so many adventures for those...
Broadmarsh

The Picker’s Hut

The Picker's Hut is a luxury cabin perched dramatically above the Jordan Valley in southern Tasmania, just 40 minutes from Hobart....
The Kentish Accommodation, Oatlands, Tasmania
Oatlands

The Kentish

In the historic Tasmanian midlands town of Oatlands, The Kentish Hotel stands proud. Built in 1832 in what is now the most in tact...
The Kentish Accommodation, Oatlands, Tasmania
Oatlands

The Kentish Accommodation

In the historic Tasmanian midlands town of Oatlands, The Kentish Hotel stands proud. Built in 1832 in what is now the most in tact...
Campbell Town

Haven on High

Haven on High combines historic charm with modern comforts, perfect for guests who want to immerse themselves in a rejuvenating space that is wholly...
Lake Leake

Currawong Lakes

Currawong Lakes at Lake Leake offers comfortable self-contained accommodation ideally located for trout fishing....
Oatlands

Petit Chateau

Light-filled, two-bedroom heritage cottage with expansive new extension, as seen on Grand Designs Australia 2024. Located in Australia’s largest sandstone colonial village, Oatlands, just...
Evandale

Harland Rise Chapel

Harland Rise Chapel, a meticulously renovated heritage-listed structure from the 1830s, seamlessly blends historical charm with contemporary comforts. Set amidst the tranquility of a...
Western Junction

Bargain Car Rentals (Launceston)

Bargain Car Rentals is a Tasmanian owned and operated car, minibus and truck rental company....
Oatlands

Vintage on High

Vintage on High is a great stop for a coffee and chat on your way through Oatlands or stay a bit longer....
Ben Lomond

Ben Lomond Alpine Resort

Ben Lomond Alpine Resort is Tasmania's premier destination for winter activities such as skiing, snowboarding, and snow play....
Poatina

Poatina Chalet

Located right in the heart of Tasmania, Poatina is a great place for your next conference, function, school camp, retreat or overnight stay....
Ross Tasmania
Ross

Ross

This typical English village is known for its fascinating historic bridge, colonial sandstone buildings and convict history. Ross sits on the banks of the...

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Ross Bridge, Tasmania. Image Credit: Darren Wright.

Southern Tasmania Article

Ross Bridge: A Historic Gem in Tasmania

Ross Bridge, spanning the Macquarie River in Tasmania, is one of Australia’s most significant colonial-era structures, built in 1836 by convicts....
Oatlands Highland Gathering

Southern Tasmania Article

Oatlands Highland Gathering

Experience the Spirit of Scotland at the Oatlands Highland Gathering. If you love the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, then mark your calendar for an...
Glover Prize 2025

Southern Tasmania Article

The John Glover Art Prize: Celebrating Tasmania’s Landscape Through Art

Home: Heritage Highway > The John Glover Art Prize: Celebrating Tasmania’s Landscape Through Art Each year, Tasmania plays host to one of Australia’s most...

Tunbridge Tasmania. Image Credit: mychairaffair

Southern Tasmania Article

Discover Tunbridge in Tasmania’s Southern Midlands

Step back in time and uncover the charm of Tunbridge, a quaint village in Tasmania’s Southern Midlands....
Crooked Chimney Cottage, Avoca Tasmania

Southern Tasmania Article

Top Things to Do in Avoca, Tasmania

Experience good old fashioned country charm at Avoca, a small village about a half hour drive north east from Campbell Town. The area was...
Oatlands Court House. Image Credit: Darren Wright

Southern Tasmania Article

Unlocking History: Discover Oatlands Military Precinct with the Oatlands Key

The Southern Midlands Council, with the assistance of the Tasmanian Community Fund, have recently implemented the Oatlands Key. This exciting new initiative opens the...
Brickendon Estate

Southern Tasmania Article

The Best Heritage Accommodation in Tasmania’s Midlands

Discover the rich history of Tasmania’s Midlands through its stunning heritage accommodation. Sitting between Hobart and Launceston, the Midlands region is a treasure trove...

Red Bridge, Campbell Town. Image Credit: regor2013

Southern Tasmania Article

Campbell Town: Convict Bricks, Chainsaw Sculptures & Colonial Charm

Campbell Town was one of the early coaching stops between Hobart and Launceston, and is still popular as a driver reviver some two centuries...
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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.

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