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Heritage Highway

Discover Tasmania's historic Midland Highway

  • Ross Bakery and Ross Bakery Inn. Image credit: Alastair Bett

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

Evandale Sunday Market

18 May 2025

Woolmers Wedding Expo 2025

25 May 2025

Essence of Tasmania – Art Exhibition

14 May 2025

Ross Village Market

18 May 2025

Christmas in July Extravaganza

12 July 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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Clarendon Estate

Clarendon one of Australia's grandest houses set in a parkland on the banks of the South Esk River....
Ross

Shepherds Story

Shepherds Story has been restored from the rubble of sandstone left from the original cottage, retaining the old where possible. Lime plaster walls and...
Western Junction

Launceston Distillery

At Launceston Distillery we produce hand-crafted, small-batch whisky. Using traditional techniques and craftsmanship, Tasmanian malted barley and pure river water are combined....
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...
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...
Harmony on High Street, Campbell Town Tasmania
Campbell Town

Harmony on High Street

Gallery, Gifts & Art Hub featuring over twenty Tasmanian Artists. Offering a vast selection of Tasmanian made gift ware and fine arts....
Arendon Cottage, Evandale, Tasmania
Evandale

Arendon Cottage

Situated in the picturesque heritage village of Evandale, Arendon Cottage is a charming two-bedroom Georgian cottage....
Longford

Woolmers Estate UNESCO World Heritage Site

Woolmers Estate is Australia's finest example of a pioneer farm of the early 1800s....
Longford

Brickendon Historic Farm and Convict Village, World Heritage Site

Brickendon Historic Farm and Convict Village is located just outside Longford, in northern Tasmania....
Lake Leake

Lake Leake Inn

Lake Leake Inn, Old Fashioned Country Comfort at it's Best! Wood Fires, Cold Beer and great tucker. Discover our Recreational Activities for all the...
Lake Leake Inn, Tasmania
Lake Leake

Lake Leake Inn

Steeped in history, Lake Leake Inn is a charming country pub that’s family and budget friendly. Offering good old fashion counter meals, it also...
Ross

Ross Visitor Information Centre

Ross Visitor Information Centre is open every day. Our staff will assist you to play your activities in the beautiful village of Ross....
Royal George

Hardings Falls

Hardings Falls is a picturesque, multi-tiered cascade waterfalls situated on Swan River, approximately 10 km's from the township of Royal George, and some 35...
Evandale

Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company

Tasmanian Gourmet Sauce Company is a production and tasting centre near Evandale, south of Launceston....
Western Junction

Launceston Airport

Just 15km from the city, the multi award-winning Launceston Airport is the gateway to iconic tourist locations including Cradle Mountain, Wineglass Bay and Flinders...

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Ross Bridge, Tasmania. Image Credit: Darren Wright.

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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

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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....
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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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