Wineglass Bay is within Tasmania's Freycinet National Park and is one of Australia's most iconic…read moredestinations. Cruise ships swing through Ho see it. Named for its unique crescent-shaped shoreline, the bay's curve resembles the rim of a wineglass when viewed from above. Its name, however, comes from a darker past. In the 19th century, the bay was used for whaling, and the waters would turn red, completing the "wineglass" imagery. Thankfully, today, it is just a beautiful beach. Getting to Wineglass Bay is an adventure in itself. The hike begins at the national park's entrance and offers a challenging uphill hike. The first section leads to the Wineglass Bay Lookout, where you're rewarded with views of the turquoise waters. Worth the hourish hike.

One of the picture-postcard (or to use a more modern expression-Instagram-worthy) sites in Tasmania…read morelocated in Freycinet National Park. There are a few way to get to this amazing, isolated beach: 1. Hike down from the wineglass bay lookout-a great and long walk (especially going back up likee 1000 stairs) 2. Take a water taxi from Coles Bay town to Hazard beach with Freycinet adventures then cross the isthmus on the largely flat trail (35 min leisurely walk) over to the beach 3. Hike down, water taxi back from Hazard beach-must book a specific time in advance We did #2 and really enjoyed our time. Had a 9 am pick up, arrived Hazard B at 9:30-got to Wineglass B a bit after 10-walked halfway down the huge beach-ate a snack, enjoyed the sun-walked back to Hazard B-walked a good bit of that even longer beach then hitched our ride back. Cost around $Aud 60 pp Round trip.

Beautiful park. We only have a day here but after hiking in the afternoon, I wish I had about 3…read moremore days here. We did the almost 8 mile hike up to wineglass lookout, over to Hazards Beach, then back to the parking lot. It was a great hike through mountains, to beaches, and through the bush. So many places to lookout and see the water. Loved the hike along Hazards Beach to see the shells and blue water. The trails are well groomed and well marked. The steps up to the first and second lookout are a gradual steep climb so you aren't immediately climbing. It allows you to enjoy the scenery more.

Freycinet National Park is an absolute masterpiece of nature, where every angle you point and shoot…read moreis postcard ready. It's on Tasmania's east coast, this park is stunning. It has the best views, pristine beaches, and rugged landscapes. Hikes and walks are everywhere. Pick one. The crown jewel of the park is Wineglass Bay, a crescent-shaped beach with dazzling white sands and turquoise waters. We hiked up to the lookout and it doesn't seem real. It's worth every step. The wildlife is equally exciting. Everything is making tons of noises. Wallabies are hopping about and diverse birdlife can be spotted throughout the park. It's not uncommon to find a curious wallaby grazing near the trails. Freycinet is also a haven for seashells the beaches are covered in them. For lunch, make sure you go picnicking by Honeymoon Bay. It's one of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. The water looks dyed. I couldn't believe it.

Wineglass Bay lookout was one of the highlights when visiting Freycinet National Park and quite…read moredoable on a well defined path in less than the 1-1.5 hours noted on the trail. If feeling adventurous then one could also hike down to the beach itself but this would add a few more hours. Being quite popular at least the parking lot was large so no worries about finding a spot. A large map and guidance boards provided a good overview of the hiking options, warnings and some history. Typical park bathrooms (functional and mostly clean) were available. If you're lucky you may even come across a wallaby or two. The conditions at the lookout was overcast in fall but still a worthwhile vantage point to see this landmark and the surrounding park. At the top the modern walkways made it easy to traverse, setup photos from many vantage points without the crowds or just relax on some of the rock benches that day.

Wineglass Bay is within Tasmania's Freycinet National Park and is one of Australia's most iconic…read moredestinations. Cruise ships swing through Ho see it. Named for its unique crescent-shaped shoreline, the bay's curve resembles the rim of a wineglass when viewed from above. Its name, however, comes from a darker past. In the 19th century, the bay was used for whaling, and the waters would turn red, completing the "wineglass" imagery. Thankfully, today, it is just a beautiful beach. Getting to Wineglass Bay is an adventure in itself. The hike begins at the national park's entrance and offers a challenging uphill hike. The first section leads to the Wineglass Bay Lookout, where you're rewarded with views of the turquoise waters. Worth the hourish hike.

Beautiful beach with rocks that look like it's on fire with red hues. A great way to unwind for few…read morehours! The water is still cold though! Value 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Service 3/5 bathroom not great Quality 4/5 17/20

On my last day in Hobart, I decided to walk around town. I walked towards Battery Point and then…read moredown to Sandy Bay towards the waterfront. Upon reaching the water, I encountered Errol Flynn Reserve. This is a park named after the old Hollywood actor who was born and grew up in the area. Walking around the park, you will see a 1909 sign. I believe the 1909 signifies the birth year that Flynn was born. The park is located next to the Sandy Bay Rowing Club. It is fronted by the Derwent River and you can see many boats on the water in the distance here. As it is by the water, the park is a mix of grass and sand. Though the sand is a bit dirty looking, so it isn't an ideal beach spot. But it seems like a fine place for you to dip your feet in the water. This spot also seems like a good place for dog walking as it is low-key and relatively quiet here. If you are looking for a chill place to walk around by the Derwent, this park is a good spot. It has a great view of the water and surrounding areas.

The gorgeous Pirates bay and Tasmanian coast was our group's next stop where the mood set by…read moregorgeous vista was temporarily dampened as we learnt of "the dog line" that once provided the last line of defense to any convict wishing to leave the dramatic peninsula at eaglehawk neck of their own accord. The unique nomenclature of Doo town however lifted our spirits as did the dramatic features of Devils kitchen and the Tasman arch.

Pirates Bay This…read moreexpansive beach has pristine sands and stunning ocean views. The bay's unspoiled beauty is perfect for a peaceful walk or simply soaking in the scenery and sunshine. A bit chilly and windy but worth it. The water reflects the most vibrant shades of blue. Eaglehawk Neck The narrow isthmus that connects the Tasman Peninsula to the mainland is steeped in history. This is where the convicts tried to escape Port Arthur. To counteract escapees, malicious dogs were placed across Eaglehawk Neck.

A must stop when driving Tasmania's east coast to catch the blow hole in action. We got lucky and…read morewere able to see an active blowhole with some large spouts of water. Best way to the parking spots was turning off of A3 onto Douglas Street and driving to the end of the road. We reached the blowhole in less than 10 minutes walking over mostly dry rocks. Depending on where and how close you stood to the blowhole the rocks could be quite slippery. If you're not able to drive up to the Bay of Fires, a decent collection of orange lichen covered rocks were here as well. Penguin viewing was also a possibility and usually best at night when they return from their ocean runs. Guidelines were posted right at the entrance.

Visited December 22, 2025. Great for a short scenic stopover. It's nice because you can get quite…read moreclose and it's a good size, not gigantic. Be careful as a few people taking selfies have slipped running away from getting splashed.