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You'll be glad to know that finding things to do in Australia for you, your friends and family does not always require your credit card. All of the things

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to do and activities on this list are completely free and without any admission cost - unless there is a note, in which case the fee is very small. Of
course, to do all these things you'll have to organise your own travel arrangements to get there, which inevitably costs you money. But if you are
traveling across Australia or live nearby, here are 101 ideas for free things to do and see when you're planning a day out.

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#1. Bondi Beach - You can't miss Australia's most famous and busiest beach. The beach
is aproximately 1 kilometre long and in summer, tens of thousands of Sydney-siders flock

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here. Watch out for the waves and losing your stuff to petty thieves.
#2. Sydney Coastal Walk - Take the walk from Bondi to Coogee Walk and enjoy the
beautiful coastline, beaches and cafe strips. Finish up with a swim at Coogee Beach.
#3. Manly Beach - Much longer than Bondi Beach, Manly is one of the best beaches on
the North Shore of Sydney. It does cost to park here, but access to the beach is free. You
can also rent lockers to keep your possessions secure while your swim or surf.
#4. Opera House and the Domain - Get the perfect "I'm in Sydney" tourist photo right
at the Opera House. You can walk up the steps and around the buildings, inside and out.
A guided tour is much more insightful, but it costs money. After that, stroll around Farm
Cove to Mrs Macquarie's Chair for some great harbour views. Appreciate Sydney from the
green space of the Royal Botanic Gardens and the Domain.

Sydney Opera House. Photo: Flickr

#5. Darling Harbour - Walk around Sydneys Darling Harbour, the "all-seasons playground", that features free entertainment from buskers to the
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#6. Walk across Sydney Harbour Bridge - No need to whip out your credit card here, this isn't the walk where you walk up to the top of the
Bridge. There is a public walkway which will allow you to walk across each way.
#7. Government House - Located within the Royal Botanic Gardens the Government House has a free weekend tour when the late 19th century
style staterooms can be viewed. The gardens are open daily.
#8. Parliament House - Visit the Parliament House buildings on Macquarie Street which dates back to Sydney's early days in 1810.
#9. The Rocks - Free admission to the The Rocks Discovery Museum takes you on a journey from pre-European days to the present using interactive
displays and artefacts.
#10. The Art Gallery of New South Wales - The Art Gallery of New South Wales has an outstanding collection of works, including the largest
permanent collection of Aboriginal art in the world. Admission is mostly free (fees apply for special events and exhibitions), as are the guided tours,
and there are often free Aboriginal performances in Yiribana Gallery.
#11. Sydney Observatory - Breathtaking Sydney Harbour views, Australia's oldest observatory lets you explore the heavens, use a telescope or see
a star explode. Free during the day (fees apply for the 3D space theatre and telescope).
#12. Australian National Maritime Museum - Its free to explore the museum's galleries and special exhibitions, the Maritime Heritage Centre,
Wharf 7, the North Wharf, the marina and Cape Bowling Green lighthouse.
#13. Museum of Contemporary Art - Enjoy free admission to the exhibitions, based on contemporary Ausralian issues in the visual arts, design,
architecture and film.
#14. Royal Botanic Gardens - Thirty hectares of gardens in the heart of Sydney, next to Circular Quay, are real harbourside oasis. Established back
in 1816, the Royal Botanic Gardens have an outstanding collection of native and foreign horticulture.
#15. Sydney Olympic Park - The 40 hectare parklands are great place to walk or take your bicycle ride along the tracks or enjoy a picnic.
#16. Nielsen Park - Enjoy the scenic beach, picnic areas and walking trails of this Eastern suburb foreshore.

Take one #17. Pelican Feeding - If you're on your way north on the highway, stop in at the Central Coast town of 'The Entrance'. Each and every afternoon
of our cheap at 3pm a local bird conservation group lead a talk on Pelicans and feed the hordes of Pelicans who congregate at the promenade waiting to be feed
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fish! Drop in, watch the pelicans, enjoy a snack then keep going north.
#Money Saving Tip: If you are visiting Sydney then you can save up to 70% off when you book a cheap hotel in Sydney online.

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Adelaide
#18. Adelaide Central Markets - Adelaide's Central Market has been in operation for
over 130 years. It features around 120 shops and stalls bursting with people and fresh
food. The markets are on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
#19. Art Gallery of South Australia - Plenty of European art and Aboriginal art on
display.
#20. Adelaide Cricket Ground Parkland & Bradman Statue - Cricket fans must visit
the famous ACG which is so closely linked to the life and career of Sir Donald Bradman.
#21. Botanic Gardens on North Terrace - Adelaide's beautiful botanic gardens date
back to the mid 1800's. You'll find a varied mix of mature gardens for strolling through.
#22. Adelaide City free bikes - The Adelaide City Council allows anyone to travel
anywhere within the city limits. Hire a bike for free and use it to see about the city!
#23. Walking path along the length of the metropolitan beaches - Stroll along
the Adelaide beaches on the paths which span the precincts of Southern Sands and run all
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the way north to Largs Bay in the Northern Maritime Precinct.
#24. Free Tour of Haigh's Chocolates - Take a free 20 minute tour of this world class
chocolate factory only 5 minutes drive from Adelaide's city centre. Find out more about the history of Haigh's, get a sneak peek at what goes on inside
a chocolate factory, and even enjoy some complimentary goodies.
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Brisbane
#25. Queen Street Mall - The Queen Street Mall is the inner-city location for great shopping and
lively bustle of Brisbane. Open everyday, its a great place to wander through.
#26. Museum of Brisbane - Entry is free all of time. Plus you can join a free tour of the exhibitions
every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 11am. The free tour usually lasts an hour, but you can join or
leave the group at any time. No bookings is needed.
#27. City Hall Art Gallery - A guided tour of the City Hall Art Gallery and Museum is available which
has a permanent museum collection and changing exhibits of local art. Open daily.
#28. Brisbane City Hall - Right in the very heart of Brisbane, the city hall is the ideal place for
tourists to start their visit in Brisbane.
#29. Brisbane Macarthur Museum - The Macarthur Museum is a story of General Douglas
MacArthur and the Headquarters Allied Forces South West Pacific Area during 19421944
#30. Visit Ashgrove Baptist Church - Visit this lively and attractive Brisbane church. Worship
gatherings at 10 am and 6:30pm every sunday.
#31. Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt.Coot-tha - 52 hectares of subtropical botanic gardens just 7

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kilometres from Brisbane's city centre. Entry to the gardens is free.

#32. South Bank Parklands - South Bank is well-known as the place to go for special occasions. Its where Brisbane comes together to celebrate.
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Gold Coast
#33. Hit the Beaches - Gorgeous sandy beaches from Coolangatta all the way north to
Stradbroke Island ideal for swimming, surfing, walks, BBQ's and more.
#34. Bushwalk in the Gold Coast Hinterland - The Hinterland is the Gold Coast's
best-kept secret. Lush rainforests with countless treks and trails.
#35. Gold Coast Botanical Gardens - 31 lush hectares of Botanic Gardens right in the
middle of the GC at Ashmore Road, Benowa. Display gardens, world class sensory garden,
mangroves to mountains transect displaying local species in garden settings, native
butterfly garden & rose gardens await.
#36. Pacific Fair - Provided you stick to window shopping, its a free experience. There's
260 speciality shops plus the major stores in the open air and undercover retail delight.
#37. Cascade Gardens & Library - Chill out at the waterfront park just between
Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.
#38. Springbrook National Park - Springbrook in the lush rainforest behind the Gold
Coast has a reputation for its fantastic waterfalls, many walking trails and spectacular

Gold Coast. Photo: Flickr

lookouts.
#39. Keep it Bush - All Gold Coast National Parks have free entry and the views and fauna are impressive. You can run through an lush rainforest,
walk under a waterfall, and swim in a mountain stream without paying a cent.
#40. Marina Mirage - A great place for a stroll, especially in the evening, would be at the Gold Coast Spit has a great boardwalk around the marina.
Enjoy the views of the sun glistening on the water housing million dollar boats. If your in the mood, you can even window shop the designer
boutiques of Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Calvin Klein and Carla Zampatti. Marina Mirage also has a large walk through bird avery with no admission fee.
#Money Saving Tip: If you are visiting the Goldie then you can save up to 70% off when you book a cheap hotel in Gold Coast online.

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Cairns
#41. Ellis Beach - Enjoy the five kilometre strip of golden sand situated 30 mins north of Cairns.

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#42. Coffee in the Tropics

- This will cost you a couple of bucks. There is lots of great coffee grown in the region so
you can expect to enjoy excellent coffee in the numerous coffee houses. Of note, check
out Perrottas at the Gallery, Chapter One, Java Joe's and The Lily Pad.
#43. Festivals - Usually held around August and September are the festivals with
numerous free and ticketed events spanning music, sport, food and wine, art and family
entertainment.
#44. Watch Sunset from The Esplanade - Lots of people, lots of strange and noisy
birds, and a good view of the mountains, mudflats and shore. The walk gets less and less
crowded as you move away from town.
#45. Mt. Whitfield Walks and Runs - For those of us interested in keeping fit and
healthy there are a number of excellent walks and run in the rainforest of Mt.Whifield.
#46. Cairns Museums - Check out the Cairns Regional Art Museum for some

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distinguished Pacificrim art and culture. Or, have a look at the Cairns Museum which
presents a history of Cairns and District in static and pictorial displays. Small admission fee of $5 for adults to both museums.
#47. Muddy's Playground - In the Cairns Esplanade you'll find a $30 million dollar kids paradise with endless swings and play apparatus, as well as
a waterpark.
#48. Waterfall Circuit - Probably the part of the Atherton Tablelands the kids and adults will enjoy most. Probably the part of the Atherton
Tablelands the kids and adults will enjoy most. The waterfall circuit comprises 3 natural waterfalls; Millaa Millaa, Zillie and Elinjaa Falls, all uniquely
spectacular. Its recommended that families do the circuit in reverse and start at Ellinjaa Falls as the kids will love being able to finish off the falls
viewing at the safe swimming hole at Millaa Millaa Falls.
#49. Flecker Botanic Gardens - Just 4km from the city centre, and the only Wet Tropical Botanic Gardens in Australia, the Flecker Botanic Gardens
comprise three main areas, each representing a sample of the diverse ecosystem.
#50. Mossman Gorge - Perhaps one of the most visited spots in Far North Queensland, Mossman Gorge is part of the Daintree Rainforest and is a
gorgeous natural place which has maintained its beauty despite being very popular. The Mossman River spectacularly flows past gigantic granite
boulders producing freshwater swimming spots throughout the Gorge. If you fancy walking there's a 2.4km rainforest loop trail, a suspension bridge
across the river and picnic area in the National Park.
#51. Lake Eacham - One of the two famous crater lakes on the Atherton Tablelands, Lake Eacham is exceptionally popular during the warmer
weather as a cool swimming spot, and is a 'must see' for families travelling to Far North Queensland. Surrounded by dense tropical rainforest, Lake
Eacham is ideal for swimming, canoeing and bushwalking. Children will love spotting the friendly bush turkeys which inhabit the rainforest, and there
is a 4km walking track which is suitable for all ages as it is flat and paved the entire way.
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Rockhampton
#52. Rockhampton Art Gallery - Australian art collections including works by Sir Joshua Reynolds, Grace Cossington Smith, Charles Blackman and
many more.
#53. Rockhampton Botanic Gardens - On Spencer Street you'll find lush tropical gardens dating from 1869 with superb specimens of palms,
cycads and ferns. There's also a Japanese Garden, an Arid Garden and a Tropical Fruits Garden.
#54. Rockhampton Zoo - The zoo has Australian fauna, elevated walkways through the koala compound and a bird aviary. Also on Spencer Street.
Get there in time for feeding which starts at 3pm.
#55. Kershaw Gardens - Natural Australian bush gardens stretching for 1km along the Bruce Highway. Highlights include the Scented Garden,
rainforest walk and waterfall.
#56. Stroll the Riverfront Boardwalk - Absorb the views of the Fitzroy River and historic Quay Street, from Australia's longest National Trust
Heritage Street.
#57. Climb Mt Archer - Bushwalk in Mount Archer National Park. Rising to a height of 604 metres on the northern edge of the city Frazer Park at
the summit offers excellent views of the city and showcases a range of native Australian flora and fauna. It is a steep 5 kilometre drive to the summit
and there are three lookouts located along the way providing extensive views of the city and surrounding countryside. Frazer Park has excellent
barbecues and picnic tables.
#58. Go Fishing - The Fitzroy River flows through the centre of Rockhampton and is one of the best places to catch a barramundi. Other species of
fish in the Fitzroy include blue threadfin, king threadfin and gold spot estuary cod.
#59. Take your photo at The Spire - The 'Tropic of Capricorn' cuts right through the heart of Rockhampton which is marked by a spire at the
Capricorn Tourism Visitor Information Centre on Gladstone Road.
#60. Australias Cleanest Beach, Townsville - Stroll along the Strand, Townsville and take a dip at Australias Cleanest Beach for 2008.
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Darwin
#61. Mindil Beach Sunset Markets - More than 60 food stalls from more than 30
different countries and 200 art and craft stalls. Best from April until October on Thursday
and Sunday nights at Mindil Beach, Darwin.
#62. Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory - Focusing on South-East
Asia and Australasia it includes an excellent exhibition of Aboriginal bark paintings, a
collection of stone axes and the Melville Island Pukamani Burial Poles. Conacher Street,
Fannie Bay, Darwin. Open Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; weekends and public holidays 10am-5pm.
#63. George Brown Botanical Gardens - 42-hectares of gardens just 2 kilometres
from the Darwin city centre includes a rainforest gully with hundreds of palms, a wetland,
a coastal zone and a mangrove boardwalk. Open daily, 7am-7pm.
#64. Darwin Sunsets - The fiery tropical sun of the north puts on a dramatic finale
each evening over Darwin Harbour. Often made even better and coloured a rusty red by
the dry season haze, the spectacular Darwin sunsets draw heaps of visitors and locals.
#65. Fannie Bay Gaol - Opened in 1883, the notorious gaol was home to criminals and

Fannie Bay. Photo: Flickr

their like for almost 100 years until 1979. East Point Road, Fannie Bay, Darwin. Open daily,
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#66. Lyons Cottage - Also known as BAT (British Australian Telegraph) House, Lyons Cottage is the only remaining example of colonial bungalow
style architecture to be found in Darwin. It is now a local history museum on the corner of Knuckey Street and the Esplanade. Open daily
10am-4.30pm.
#67. East Point Reserve - Swim and windsurf without fear of jellyfish or crocodiles at the artificial Lake Alexander. Towards evening wallabies come
out to graze. There is also an easy 1.5 km boardwalk through coastal monsoon and mangrove forests, with wheelchair access. Fannie Bay.
#68. State Square and Parliament House - There are free tours of Parliament House on Wednesday at 10.30am from the first Wednesday in June
to the end of September as well as Saturdays at 9am and 11am. Tours leave from the foyer of Parliament House.
#69. Fishing in Darwin - Within walking distance of Darwin's CBD, drop a line over Darwins Stokes Hill Wharf where theres a dedicated fishing
platform and shaded seating areas.
#70. Myilly Point Heritage Precinct - Take a walk around Myilly Point Heritage Precinct, a collection of quaint old homes. It includes the last
remaining four pre world war 2 houses built in the 1930s. Bullet holes can still be seen in the fence and walls. 4 Burnett Place Myilly Point, Larrakeyah.
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Melbourne
#71. Free tram around Melbourne - Any Melbourne isn't complete without a ride on a
Melbourne icon, the tram. And the best way to get around the city is on the free City
Circle Tram. The circuit takes about 30 minutes but you can get on and off as many times
as you want. City Circle Trams are burgundy and gold in colour and the stops are specially
marked.
#72. Wander the Narrow Streets and Lanes - Take some time to wander through
the quaint, very European narrow lanes of Melbourne's CDB, especially around Flinders
Lane. Mind you, you'll be tempted to sit and sip lattes because these lanes are lined with
delicious cafes and restaurants.
#73. NGV International - Australias oldest public art museum and home to one of the
country's most important art collections with everything from Egyptian and Roman
antiquities and Asian art, through to Renaissance, Baroque and everything up to and
including contemporary art. 180 St Kilda Road. Open daily except Tuesdays, 10am-5pm.
#74. The Ian Potter Centre NGV Australia - Discover more than 20 galleries

Melbourne. Photo: Flickr

presenting the history of Australian art from the Colonial period through to contemporary
art, plus galleries dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. Federation Square. Open daily, 10am-5pm.
#75. Australian Centre for the Moving Image - The first centre of its kind in the world, dedicated to the moving image in all its forms from early
cinema to the latest digital media. Two multi-format cinemas, the world's largest dedicated screen gallery with changing exhibitions and movie/art
installations, and hands-on public activity, education and production zones. Federation Square. Open daily, 10am-5pm (until 6pm on weekends).
#76. The Australian Centre for Contemporary Art - Enjoy photography, video, electronic imaging, painting and sculpture as well as new
developments in sound, movement and popular culture at 111 Sturt Street, Southbank. Open Tues-Sun, 11am-6pm.
#77. On your bike - Melbourne is a great city for cycling. The Bay Trail starts at St Kilda Pier and heads past historic Luna Park before dropping in at
a bustling Acland Street caf for cakes and coffee, past the colourful St Kilda Marina, parks, restaurants and sports grounds to finish in Brighton, 6km
or 40 minutes later. If you want to walk it will take around two hours.
#78. Queen Victoria Market - On the corner of Victoria and Elizabeth Streets, there's around 1000 traders selling everything from fruit and
vegetables, fresh produce and delicatessen goods to clothing, plants and pets sold at this market. Market Days: Tue and Thur 6am-2pm, Fri 6am-6pm,
Sat 6am-3pm, Sun 9am-4pm. Closed: Mondays, Wednesdays, and public holidays.
#79. Royal Botanic Gardens - 35 hectares of landscaped gardens near the centre of the city on the South Bank of the Yarra. They are widely
regarded as the finest botanical gardens in Australia, and among the best in the world. Free guided walks or self-guided audio walks are available.
Open daily from 7.30am-6pm April to October and until 7.30pm November to March.
#80. SLV - Take a free one-hour tour of the domed La Trobe Reading Room, the elegant Cowen Gallery and the new Dome Gallery at the State
Library of Victoria. 328 Swanston St. Open daily, 10am-6pm, and until 9pm Monday to Thursday.
#81. Yarra River Art - The Yarra River winds through the heart of the city, providing the backdrop for a vibrant outdoor contemporary art gallery.
Wander past sculpture, paintings, architecture and a 'soundscape'.
#82. Playground Fun - Take your kids to Birrarung Marr, the best playground in the city. Its just behind Federation Square where you can have fun
and enjoy the view of the city from the park.
#83. St Andrews Market - Saturday morning, St Andrews. Cant miss it, opposite the pub. No exenditure necessary. Lots to look, lovely hill to sit
on and watch the world go by.
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Perth
#84. Bibbulmun Track - Western Australia's only long-distance walk trail is a world-class, 963 kilometre trek that stretches from Kalamunda to
Albany. Hike the entire trail without ever leaving it - camping at shelters along the way.
#85. Federation Walkway - Roam for 620 metres through a flourishing canopy of majestic grey gum trees, enjoying million-dollar views of Kings
Park's botanical gardens and natural bushland more than 50 metres below.
#86. Munda Biddi Bike Trail - Cycle through vast, unspoiled forest surrounded by towering eucalypts, fresh air and ancient bushland between
Perth and Dwellingup. The 332 kilometre stretch takes around seven days of pedal power, with cyclists able to rest and replenish in purpose-built
campsites.
#87. Swan River foreshore - Take a leisurely stroll or cycle along the gleaming Swan River, with a dual cycleway/walk trail offering commanding
views of the city skyline and Kings Park. Be sure to visit the stunning Swan Bells at Barrack Square.
#88. Sunset at Cottesloe Beach - Watch a Sunset from Cottesloe Beach. Western Australia is famous for its sunsets over the Indian Ocean -take in
the searing peach-coloured sky from Cottesloe's pristine coastline and smooth terraced lawns. Afterwards, grab some fish and chips, take an evening
dip or enjoy a drink at the local pub.
#89. John Forrest National Park - Hike the walk trails, pack a picnic or marvel at waterfalls, gentle pools, rugged granite outcrops and spectacular
vistas of the Swan Coastal plain.

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#90. Fish off the Jetty at Palm Beach

- Head to Rockingham and drop a line in the clean aquamarine waters of Palm Beach, or
be mesmerized by the friendly dolphins that regularly cavort nearby.
#91. Go Crabbing in Peel Inlet - There's nothing quite like succulent, fresh-caught
blue manna crab, so drop a net in the crystal-clear and crab-packed and enjoy the spoils
with a seafood feast.
#92. Black Swan - Go Bird Watching at Lake Monger. Just 10 minutes from the city,
Lake Monger is home to thousands of magnificent waterbirds including the black swan the emblem of Western Australia.
#93. Climb the DNA Tower in Kings Park - Enjoy panoramic views of the city skyline,
Swan River, Darling Scarp and Indian Ocean from this winding climb, which is the highest
point in Kings Park. Prepare to puff - the tower is 15 metres high and has 101 steps!
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Hobart
#94. Salamanca Market - It's a fun,
vibrant, weird, quirky, crowded mess of
people every Saturday from 9.00am to

Perth Skyline. Photo: Flickr

around 2.00pm, rain or shine. Food, produce,

coffee, clothing, jewellery, arts and crafts,
books and more. If the cruise ships are in or
it's a long weekend or close to Christmas, it's
jam-packed.
#95. Walk or Drive up Mt Wellington Take a Metro bus up to Fern Tree and walk
along the Pipeline Track or up to Silver Falls.
It's a gentle slope up to the falls, and pram
friendly. The Pipeline Track is also good for a
bike ride. The mountain has lots of little
tracks all over, some are short walks and
some are full-day excursions.
#96. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical
Gardens - Right near the city centre you can

Salamanca Market. Photo: Flickr

wander along the many paths and look at the

trees, plants, flowers, ponds, conservatory and views. Check out Peter Cundall's vegie patch. There's a caf for coffee and snacks or a full meal if
you're hungry. Check out the Tulip Festival in October (entry fee applies).
#97. The Hobart Aquatic Centre - Small entry fee. Go for a workout at the gym, have a swim, or simply splash around having fun with the kids.
There's a cool water slide and a frog slide for small kids.
#98. Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery - A huge dinosaur skeleton greets you up the stairs from the entrance on Macquarie Street. There's
been a fantastic Antarctic exhibition for some time, including old 3D film footage taken at the South Pole over 100 years ago, real ice for sticky fingers
to explore, a very moving and fascinating section on Tasmania's convict history, plus changing art exhibitions.
#99. Tasmanian Transport Museum - For those who like trains you must see the Tasmanian Transport Museum. Limited opening hours on
weekends, and small entry charge.
#100. Taste of Tasmania - For those who like trains you must see the Tasmanian Transport Museum. Limited opening hours on weekends, and
small entry charge.
#101. Richmond Village - Visit Richmond Village which has a heap of well preserved 19th-century buildings in this the village which time forgot.
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