Tasmania vacation rentals weren't always quite so appealing as they are now. Many of the original European settlers were British convicts, and a visit to the sprawling Port Arthur Historic Site will give you a glimpse of life on the wrong side of the law. If you want to see just how far Tasmania's cultural scene has advanced since those days, why not take a stroll in the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens or drop by the Museum of Old and New Art near Hobart? It's got everything from Egyptian sculptures to contemporary art, and is the largest private museum in Australia.
Once a penal colony, the historic city of Hobart is Tassie's capital, and it's got more attractions than you can shake a ball and chain at. From cultural attractions and festivals to sailing, shopping and dining, the hardest thing about a visit to Hobart is remembering to get out and explore the rest of the state. And you should, because with nearly half the island given over to national parks, Tassie's the ultimate outdoor adventure destination – whether you're hiking and biking in the mountains, swimming and paddling on the coastal beaches, or going all-out with a helicopter tour.
If you're bracing yourself for that famous Aussie heat, then Tasmania vacation rentals are going to be a very pleasant surprise. Compared to the mainland, island living out on Tassie is a fair bit cooler, and in fact it contains some of the coldest areas in the whole of Australia. Summers are still warm in most places, but in winter there's liable to be a decent amount of snowfall on the high ground. As for spring and autumn, the latter tends to get more consistent weather, so if you're looking for some late-season hiking then it might be the perfect time.
Families with children will find endless opportunities for fun and adventure in Tasmania. Holiday homes are available near places like Freycinet National Park, a mountainous coastal national park with white-sand beaches and native wildlife, and Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, a rescue centre with up-close encounters with native wildlife and educational tours. Kids will also like the Tasman National Park, a coastal camping area with hiking trails, unique rock formations and wildlife viewing.
Tasmania is filled with idyllic locations and activities for couples. Holiday rentals can be found near romantic places like MONA, a playful subterranean art museum with a wine bar, and Bay of Fires, a picturesque ocean bay with clear waters, white sands and orange granite rocks. You’ll also like the Salamanca Market, a Saturday market with vendors for food, produce, art and clothing.
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