Local Attractions

Explore the best attractions and activities around Boat Reflections. From natural wonders to cultural sites, discover what makes our area special.

Local Attractions
Geeveston Town Hall & Visitor Centre
Heritage

Geeveston Town Hall & Visitor Centre

Historic town hall turned vibrant visitor hub in Geeveston, offering local history, art, events and helpful visitor services. A cultural touchstone and starting point for exploring the Far South Huon Valley.

15 Church Street, Geeveston TAS 7116
1–2 hours
Free entry
Year-round
Franklin Forest Walk
Nature

Franklin Forest Walk

Mixed wet eucalypt forest with 4 easy-to-moderate walking tracks and the remains of a historic steam-driven sawmill. Free monthly guided walks by Friends of Franklin Forest.

New Road, Franklin TAS 7113, Australia
1–3 hours (allow 2–4 hours including drive and stops)
Free entry
Year-round (spring–autumn for fungi and flowers; avoid high-wind days)
Mountain River Flower Patch
Nature

Mountain River Flower Patch

A family-run pick-your-own flower patch in Mountain River, with pre-booked 3-hour sessions (Jan–Apr). Pick seasonal blooms with a mountain backdrop and take your bunch home.

9 Gums Road, Mountain River TAS 7109, Australia
3 hours (allow 4–5 hours including drive and a relaxed picnic)
From $0–$40 per person (children under 16 free)
Late summer to early autumn (January–April season)
The Grove of Giants
Nature

The Grove of Giants

A remote, awe-inspiring loop walk through Tasmania’s ancient eucalypt forest, home to some of the tallest and largest blue gums on Earth. Expect mossy giants, fern-draped gullies, and a true sense of wilderness a short drive from the Huon Valley.

McDougalls Road, Lonnavale TAS 7109, Australia
1 hr 45 min
Free entry
Spring to Autumn
Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs
Nature

Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs

Guided tours through Newdegate Cave’s otherworldly formations paired with a year-round 28°C thermal pool in a rainforest setting. An easy half-day adventure south of Franklin with short walks, BBQs and a cosy visitor centre.

754 Hastings Caves Road, Hastings TAS 7109
Half day
Cave tour $24, thermal pool $5
Year-round
Home Hill Winery
Food & Drink

Home Hill Winery

A boutique vineyard and award-winning restaurant in Ranelagh where cool-climate wines meet fresh Tasmanian produce. Stunning vineyard views, rammed earth architecture and a relaxed cellar-door make it a must-visit for wine lovers.

38 Nairn Road, Ranelagh TAS 7109
1.5–3 hours
Free entry
Year-round, ideal for lunch
Huon Jet Boats
Adventure

Huon Jet Boats

High-thrill white water jet boating through the Huon River’s rapids and calm basins, paired with riverside café views. A bucket-list adventure just outside Huonville.

44 The Esplanade, Huonville TAS 7109
35 minutes
Adult $98
Year-round; warmer months better for sitting outdoors, early morning quieter
Kate Hill Wines
Food & Drink

Kate Hill Wines

Boutique cool-climate winery with an intimate cellar door just outside Huonville. Elegant wines, tasting platters & wine club perks in a scenic vineyard setting.

21 Dowlings Road, Huonville TAS 7109
1–2 hours
Free entry
Year-round
Tahune Adventures
Nature

Tahune Adventures

A soaring treetop walk and wilderness playground where forest giants, rivers, suspension bridges and cable-glide thrills meet relaxed forest lodging. Escape into nature 90 minutes from Hobart.

Tahune Adventures Tasmania, Arve Road, Geeveston TAS 7116
Full day
$33pp
Year-round
Huon River Cruises
Scenic

Huon River Cruises

Glide along the tranquil Huon River aboard a beautifully restored wooden cruiser, enjoying local produce, river history and scenic views. A relaxing riverside experience just minutes from Franklin.

Huon River Cruises, 3883 Huon Highway, Castle Forbes Bay TAS 7116
1.5 hours
$145 adult
Year-round
Touchwood Goat Farm
Food & Drink

Touchwood Goat Farm

A boutique Huon Valley micro dairy where visitors can meet friendly LaMancha goats, taste goat milk products, and learn about sustainable farming. Open farm days, a Hobart store and Salamanca Market stall make it easy to connect with the herd.

7777 Huon Highway, Strathblane TAS 7109
1–2 hours
Free entry
Sundays for farm visits; Saturdays for Salamanca Market; weekdays for Hobart Farm Store
Willie Smith’s Apple Shed
Food & Drink

Willie Smith’s Apple Shed

A rustic cider house, restaurant and apple museum inside a 1942 packing shed. Taste award-winning ciders, tour the on-site distillery, browse heritage apple displays and catch live music Friday nights–just up the road from Franklin.

2064 Huon Highway, Grove TAS 7109
1.5–3 hours
Free entry
Year-round; Fridays for live music, Saturdays for the market
Wooden Boat Centre
Heritage

Wooden Boat Centre

A working museum and school dedicated to Tasmania’s wooden boat heritage, offering guided tours, hands-on workshops, and the chance to see boatbuilding in action

3333 Huon Highway, Franklin TAS 7113, Australia
1–1.5 hours
Adults $15; Children under 17 $5 (under 5 free)
Year-round