Truganini Lookout

Truganini Lookout sits at The Neck on Bruny Island, off Tasmania's south-east coast — the narrow isthmus that joins North and South Bruny. A genuine highlight of the island, the lookout is reached by a boardwalk and staircase up the dune, rewarding the climb with absolutely breathtaking views over the dramatic isthmus, the beaches and the bays stretching away on both sides.

The appeal is that combination of a jaw-dropping panorama and an iconic Tasmanian view: from the top of the lookout, the stunning sweep of The Neck — with ocean on one side, bay on the other and the dunes between — is one of the island's most spectacular and photographed sights. It's a must-do on any Bruny Island visit, and at dusk you may even spot little penguins and shearwaters returning to the dunes.

With a 4.8 rating from more than 4,300 reviews, it's clearly a hugely loved spot. The lookout is free and open, but it involves a staircase climb and the exposed coastal setting means conditions vary, so it's worth checking before you go — and taking care, respecting the wildlife, and bringing a camera — while enjoying the spectacular views at Truganini Lookout on Bruny Island.