Tasmania is often not top of mind for tourists visiting Australia. Many might think it doesn’t hold anything unique or special, and whatever you can experience there, you can also find on the mainland.
 
But this island state has so much more to offer than you may think, and it is easily worth an entire holiday. Here are a few of the most spectacular sights and experiences in Tasmania.

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
If you are in Tasmania, you shouldn’t leave without seeing some of the local wildlife. Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary takes in abandoned and injured animals and is also the last refuge for many unique species.
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Hobart
The capital city will likely be your first stop in Tasmania and is the most populous on the island. Take time to explore Hobart, which is packed with restaurants, stores, museums, and everything in between.

As it is an Antarctic gateway city, Hobart holds a lot of history with regard to polar exploration. Because of this, Hobart is also home to many scientific and exploration institutions, some of which offer tours to the public.
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Port Arthur
Once one of Australia’s most used penal colonies and convict sites, Port Arthur was transformed into one of the country’s most popular tourist towns. It features quaint architecture and incredible views of the surrounding ocean, and is arguably one of the best places to relax and have a sundowner after a long day of exploring.

MONA
The Museum of Old and New Art, or MONA, is a premier art gallery in Hobart. Opened in 2011, the gallery has almost 2,000 pieces of art, spanning paintings, drawings, and sculptures.

MONA also hosts two events every year: in summer, you can enjoy the MONA FOMA music festival, and in Winter, you can attend Dark Mofo, which has more of a festival and fairground feel, with art exhibitions and installations.

Mount Wellington
Often covered in snow, even during the warmer months, spectacular Mount Wellington is a symbol of the city and one of the first things you see as you enter Hobart. While visitors can stay in Hobart and its surrounds, Mount Wellington has numerous hiking trails for those in search of an adrenaline-filled adventure. 

" It's a long drive out there but well worth it, out guide was wonderful, knowledgeable and friendly, and it was great to see more of Tasmania's natural wonders." Read the full review on Trip Advisor

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You can include Bruny Island as part of your Huon Valley Escape.

There’s been an enthusiastic response to the opening of the Bruny Island Quarantine Station to the public on weekends. Wildcare Friends of Bruny Island Quarantine Station president Kathy Duncombe said the site is also receiving return visitors, as it appears that people don’t realise how much there is to see and then return for a closer look.

“It is wonderful to see the site realising its potential,” Kathy said.

Visitors can explore the intriguing past of the Quarantine Station by going on a self-guided walk that includes 19 interpretive signs and direction markers.

Full story on the
Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Facebook Page

Huon Valley Escapes can arrange accommodation on Bruny Island or nearby at Flowerpot, 10 minutes south of the Kettering Ferry.

Kunanyi (Mount Wellington) is an easy detour on your way from Hobart to the Huon Valley. Instead of rushing down the A6 highway, take Davey Street to Ferntree, then to the spectacular views from the summit. Return to Ferntree, then continue with your Huon Valley Escape.
Get the driving directions here http://goo.gl/maps/zghX7