Port Arthur and Tasman

The Tasman Peninsula is home to spectacular scenery, heritage-listed historic sites, fantastic walks, beautiful empty beaches and fascinating wildlife.
Convict buildings
There's a wide range of land and marine animals to spot and striking rock formations to discover including Tasman Arch and The Blowhole, two of Tasmania's most visited attractions, as well as Waterfall Bay, Remarkable Cave and Tessellated Pavement.

With the World Heritage listed convict sites of Port Arthur and the nearby Coal Mines Historic Site, it's easy to spend a few days on the Tasman Peninsula.

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Tasmania, 7184

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