About Tasmania Info
Visiting Tasmania
Tasmania is a beautiful and diverse island state located south of the mainland of Australia. It is known for its stunning natural beauty & rich history.
Getting here
There are several options for getting to Tasmania from the mainland of Australia. You can fly into Hobart or Launceston, the two main cities on the island, or you can take a ferry from Melbourne or Sydney.
Tours and Atractions
Tasmania has a wide range of tours & attractions to suit a variety of interests. Some popular destinations include Hobart, Launceston, Bunny & Maria Island, the Huon Valley, the East Coast, and the Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park.
Catching the ferry to Tasmania
The Spirit of Tasmania ferry travels from from Gelong to Devonport. Spirit of Tasmania Quay is located in North Geelong, approximately 70km south-west of Melbourne's CBD. The ships depart both ports nightly as well as daily in peak season.
Pre-booking is essential. Visit the Spirit of Tasmania website to book.
Driving from Melbourne
- Take State Route 30 to M1
- Use the left lane to take the exit towards Shell Parade/C115
- Keep left, follow signs for C115/Nth Shore
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Shell Parade/C115
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on Shell Parade/C115 then follow road as it becomes Seabeach Parade
- Continue Right onto Abery Road
- At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Corio Quay Rd/C115
Parking at the Gelong Terminal
The Spirit of Tasmania Quay - offers parking space for cars, campervans, motorcycles and freight vehicles. Featuring a dedicated drop off/pick up zone and a marshalling area for 600 cars the new precinct also includes more than 6,000m2 of undercover parking for passengers.
Parking at the Devonport terminal
Free parking is available at the Devonport terminal located on The Esplanade, East Devonport.
Times
The trip on board Spirit of Tasmania takes approximately 9-11 hours. On days of single sailings, the voyage takes 11 hours. On days of double sailings, the voyage takes 9 hours.
Vehicles
You can take vehicles on the Spirit of Tasmania
News By Tasmania Info
Cradle Mountain Day Tour from Burnie — shore excursion for cruise ship passengers
By Tasmania Info
05 Aug 2026
Tasmania's most dramatic wilderness destination is within reach for cruise ship passengers, thanks to the Cradle Mountain Day Tour from Burnie, bookable through Tasmania Info.
World Heritage listed, Cradle Mountain rises above alpine meadows, ancient rainforests, pristine lakes, and waterfalls. Native wildlife including wombats, wallabies, and pademelons are spotted throughout the day.
The tour is perfectly suited to shore excursion guests, letting cruise visitors explore one of Australia's most celebrated natural wonders with expert guides handling every detail.
The day finishes with tastings of award-winning local produce and wine, a memorable send-off from the Tasmanian highlands.
Mount Field National Park and MONA Museum day tour from Hobart
By Tasmania Info
11 Jun 2026
Tasmania's most talked-about day tour pairs two entirely different worlds into one unforgettable experience, and Tasmania Info is the place to book it.
The Mount Field National Park and Mona Museum day tour from Hobart takes visitors first into ancient rainforests, where towering swamp gums, cascading waterfalls, and alpine landscapes set the scene. Mount Field, one of Tasmania's oldest national parks, rewards walkers with spectacular scenery at every turn.
The afternoon brings a completely different kind of wonder. MONA, the Museum of Old and New Art, is one of Australia's most acclaimed cultural institutions, celebrated worldwide for its bold and thought-provoking collections.
Rated 4.8 stars, this tour suits those who want nature and culture in equal measure. Tasmania Info makes it easy, with instant booking and a book-now-pay-later option. Check availability and book here.
Tasmania Info
We pick you up at the Hobart - Mac 2 Cruise ship terminal. Meeting point is situated 150m from the terminal situated on corner of Franklin Wharf and Hunter st.
