Devonport (Australia)
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Introduction
Devonport is a city of 25,000 in north-west Tasmania, best known for being the port for the Spirit of Tasmania ferries. It is the primary entry point into Tasmania for travellers from Melbourne who want to take their own car, or simply prefer the boat trip to the flight.
Sights and Activities
- Devonport Regional Gallery highlights works by Tasmanian artists. 45-47 Stewart Street. Ph: 6424 8296
- The Devonport Maritime Museum & Historical Society has a collection of detailed models of ships throughout maritime history. 6 Gloucester Ave. Ph: 6424 7100
- Home Hill is a National Trust property built in 1916. On display are many historic mementos of Joseph Lyons, the only Prime Minister to come from Tasmania. 77 Middle Rd. Ph: 6424 3028
- The Imaginarium Science Centre provides young and old an opportunity to learn about science. 23 Macfie Street. Ph: 6423 1466
- The Tiagarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre highlights aboriginal rock engravings and has a selection of dioramas portraying Tasmanian Aboriginal life. It can be found at Mersey Bluff. Ph: 6424 8250
Events and Festivals
- The Devonport Farmers Market is held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month at the Devonport Showgrounds.
- Targa Tasmania, an around-the-state car rally, comes through Devonport each year. Check the date on the Targa website.
Getting There
By Plane
Devonport Airport (DPO) serves flights to and from Melbourne, King Island and Hobart, with the following airlines:
- Qantaslink (Melbourne)
- TasAir (King Island, Hobart)
By Train
By Car
By Bus
By Boat
Devonport is the port for the Spirit of Tasmania ferries, which run most days between Melbourne and Devonport. One-way adult fares start at $114 (off-peak season) and can reach up to $354 for deluxe cabins. If you want to take a car on the ferry, you must pay an extra fee for you car, which is $61 for small cars.
See the current fares at the Spirit of Tasmania website.
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