Tasmania Guide 2026 · Lonely Planet

Dive headfirst into Tasmania and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.

Tasmania rewards curiosity – find footprint-free beaches that lead to charming coastal towns and World Heritage wilderness alongside trailblazing gastronomy. Our on-the-ground experts have hiked to Wineglass Bay, tucked into a picnic on Bruny Island, and partied with the whole family at Festivale. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Tasmania travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning your trip, including:

• Easy-to-use design that helps you navigate Tasmania effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventurewith suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of Tasmania
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Kunanyi/Mt Wellington and MONA (the Museum of Old and New Art) to Freycinet National Park
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Tasmanian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Hobart & Around; The South; Midlands, Lakes & Wild Rivers; The East Coast; Launceston & Around; The Northwest & Cradle Country; Takayna/Tarkine & the West Coast

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Tasmania.