West Tamar
Attractions
Other Day Trips
from Launceston
Launceston Tour
Mole Creek Tour
East Tamar Tour
Heritage Tour
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West Tamar Attractions...
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Ashton Gate
Ashton Gate is situated 1km east of the Launceston Post Office
and a 15 minute drive from the Launceston Airport.
Launceston is the perfect hub to explore the entire Northern Tasmania
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Tamar Wetlands
Wetlands play an important role in maintaining water quality. They also provide important habitat for many native animals and plants, with many species relying on wetlands as places to feed and breed.
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Brady's Lookout
Brady's Lookout offers beautiful views over the Tamar River and surrounding areas. There are excellent, fully accessible toilet and picnic facilities, including sheltered BBQs and a number of picnic tables.
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Grindlewald
The Tamar Valley Resort is located in the Swiss-style village of Grindlewald, northern Tasmania.
All houses in Grindelwald have been built in Swiss style, with wide eaves, flower boxes, window shutters and balconies.
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Artisan Gallery
All items are chosen for the quality of their materials and workmanship. The wine centre offers visitors a chance to taste and purchase local, award winning wines from some of the boutique vineyards of Tasmania.
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Batman Bridge
Located just 30 minutes from Launceston the Batman Bridge is the major causeway between the West Tamar and East Tamar with picturesque views, picnic tables and public toilets.
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Beaconsfield Gold
The Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre is located in Beaconsfield, northern Tasmania.
The hands-on, interpretive displays let you step back in time and capture the rich history of the Tamar Valley.
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Seahorse World
Gaze at the beautiful seahorses and sea dragons at the Seahorse Farm in Port Adelaide. It's a great family excursion, allowing you to see several species and learn interesting facts about them.
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Platypus House
Platypus House offers the opportunity to view live platypuses and echidnas at Beauty Point, Tasmania. Marvel at these unique animals in daylight conditions in an indoor setting.
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