Free Things to Do in Tasmania

Tasmania rewards travellers who'd rather spend their money on cheese than entry tickets. From the alpine landscapes around Cradle Mountain to the famous curve of Wineglass Bay on the Freycinet Peninsula, much of the state's best scenery costs nothing to take in. This guide pulls together free and low-cost spots across the island, including a few markets and producers where wandering and browsing won't set you back a cent. Note that some national parks require a parks pass for entry, so it's worth checking before you go.

Why Tasmania delivers

If you're after experiences over price tags, Tasmania's natural lookouts, walking country and food producers make for an easy day out. Several of the venues here cluster handily around Richmond and Bruny Island, so you can string a few together, while the Freycinet and Cradle Mountain areas reward a longer drive with standout scenery. Just plan ahead for entry fees where they apply and check current opening details with each venue directly.

Highlights

• Scenic walks and lookouts: the Wineglass Bay Lookout and Wineglass Bay itself in Freycinet are the obvious draws
• Wilderness and wildlife: Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park and the Inala Jurassic Garden on Bruny Island
• Browsing food producers and markets without committing to a meal: Bruny Island Cheese Company, The Wicked Cheese Company and Coal River Farm
• A gallery stop: Cradle Mountain Wilderness Gallery pairs well with a visit to the surrounding national park

Our top picks

Hand-picked from our highest-scoring listings:

• Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park — Cradle Mountain
• Hill Street Grocer Devonport — Devonport
• Bruny Island Cheese Company — Bruny Island
• The Wicked Cheese Company — Richmond
• Coal River Farm — Richmond
• Wineglass Bay Lookout — Freycinet
• Wineglass Bay — Freycinet
• Inala Jurassic Garden — Bruny Island
• Cradle Mountain Wilderness Gallery — Cradle Mountain
• Tricycle cafe & bar — Salamanca

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Frequently asked questions

Are these attractions actually free?

Many of the lookouts and outdoor spots can be enjoyed without a ticket, and markets and producers are free to browse. However, national parks such as Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair may require a parks pass for entry, so confirm any fees before you visit.

Where can I see Wineglass Bay?

Wineglass Bay and the Wineglass Bay Lookout are both in the Freycinet area. The lookout offers an elevated view, while the beach itself can be reached on foot.

What's worth doing on Bruny Island?

Bruny Island is home to the Inala Jurassic Garden and the Bruny Island Cheese Company, making it an easy base for combining nature and food producers in one trip.

Are there free things to do around Richmond?

The Wicked Cheese Company and Coal River Farm are both in Richmond, so you can browse local producers in the one area.