Lonely Planet Tasmania

by Charles Rawlings-Way, Charles Rawlings-Way, Virginia Maxwell

Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher*


Lonely Planet’s Tasmaniais your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Laugh, be appalled, be turned on by art for grown-ups at MONA; hike to the summit of Cradle Mountain for spectacular views; and sample a hoard of gourmet local produce – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Tasmania and begin your journey now!


Inside Lonely Planet’s Tasmania:




Colour maps and images throughout

Highlightsand itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Cultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - covering history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics

Covers Hobart around, Tasman Peninsula Port Arthur, the Southeast, Cradle Country the West, Devonport the Northwest, Launceston around, Midlands Central Highlands, the East Coast
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Tasmaniais our most comprehensive guide to Tasmania, and is perfect for discovering both popular and offbeat experiences.


Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket Hobart , our handy-sized guide focused on the best sights and experiences for a short visit or weekend away. After wider coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s Australia for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer.


About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more.


‘Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.’ – New York Times


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*Source: Nielsen BookScan: Australia, UK, USA, 5/2016-4/2017

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction, Reference, Australia

320 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1996

Reviews

[Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

Incredibly helpful for this millennial in the era of hyper-curated travel blogs, “my itinerary” vlogs and listicles of Insta-worthy locations. A broad range of entertaining, historically educational, nature-exploring, epicurean and scenic destinations catering to all budgets. It’s helped plan our upcoming road trip and, while it’s in need of an update (eg to include Richmond’s novelty Pooseum and remove the Tiger King-like ZooDoo zoo) it has served as a solid base.

[David Burns · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lonely Planet Tasmania ** Read before a recent trip to Tasmania (Dec 2023-Jan 2024)

[Anita Elder · Rating 3 out of 5]

My copy was a bit outdated, but it still gave me a nice general overview of where I planned to travel/hike.

[Amy Traxler · Rating 5 out of 5]

Haven't read the whole thing but it seems to be a pretty comprehensive guide. I'm especially interested in the national parks so have to do a lot of internet research after reading this book.

[Rudi Opperman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good guide, but could be more factual. Could do with more information that’s relevant to when you’re travelling.

[Ariadna73 · Rating 3 out of 5]

I never knew that Tasmania was spelled with an "s". I had always spelled it with a "z" as in "Tazmania". That is how totally ignorant I am about that fascinating country. One thing I admired about the information contained in this little booklet is the beautiful blue in the water. A blue that I have seen in rare occasions before.


This is the cover of the book I read


This is the page with the picture of that astonishing blue.

The restaurant guide is useful and interesting. Here is an excerpt:


In the history part, there is a chilling description of a prison that was set up to function in the country. It is bone-chilling.


Finally, more landscapes that make going to that country a very exciting and interesting experience.


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[Chas Bayfield · Rating 3 out of 5]

A revised version is long overdue. This was published in 2011 and is still the most recent version. Tassie is at a real point of change, old businesses are closing and new ones are opening up. Many recommended hotels and restaurants are no longer open, and the whole section about Gunns wood pulp destroying the forests is no longer relevant as Gunns have pretty much gone under. You rarely see a truck full of timber any more. The book was still a great insight into the rugged beauty of the island but please please please bring out an updated version. This is nearly 4 years out of date and still cost $37AU new in a bookshop.

[Jade17 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Am going to Tasmania next weekkkkk... woooo

A great extensive resource for all travellers. Even though I'm a DK Eyewitness Guides addict because of all the pictures and illustrations, I found this guide to be really helpful. It's updated and the writing is funny, hip and not boring. They have helpful maps (I'll be clutching this book while I'm walking along Hobart), a feature on every interesting place with admission times, prices, etc so it's a great way to plan your holidays day by day. I'll definitely buy a Lonely Planet guide again!

[Chas Bayfield · Rating 4 out of 5]

The 2011 Tassie Lonely Planet guide was well overdue a rewrite and this one is everything it needs to be. Personally, I'm not convinced about the awesomeness of Tasmanian food - they have great natural produce but people who can work their magic on it seem few and far between. As for everything else, I now have a hit list of places I want to see when I'm over next month - I'm sure this guide will prove invaluable.

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book helped emmensley in preparation for my backpacking trip!

[Kimme · Rating 4 out of 5]

I so want to go to Tasmania now. There is so much interesting and useful information! Love it!

[Green Lyric · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of clear concise information provided about each city and town. however, Not enough backpacker accommodation listed.

[Ariadna73 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely wonderful place to visit. I would go there right away as soon as I win the lottery :-)