Taste a variety of aged cheeses, including raw-milk cheese, and locally brewed ales; a top spot to discover Bruny Island’s award-winning dairy and craft beer scene.

30 minutes

Famous for 360-degree views of Bruny Island’s isthmus, connecting the north and south of the island, with a boardwalk leading to Truganini Lookout.

A cool, shaded walk among ancient tree ferns and eucalypts, with a chance to spot the rare white wallabies that roam Bruny’s forests.

Beachside restaurant offering a locally sourced lunch; savor fresh oysters, grilled fish, or a lamb platter, with local wines, beers, or ciders and views of Adventure Bay. The oysters come directly from Get Shucked, a sustainable oyster farm on the island.

Small museum with artifacts related to exploration, whaling, and early settlers, including items from Captain Bligh’s voyages. Check out the nautical maps and whaling exhibits—they’re unique to Tasmania’s history.

Short beach walk near Adventure Bay with views over the Tasman Sea; a great spot for a relaxing stroll by the water’s edge. If the tide is low, look for interesting rock pools along the beach.

Stroll through gardens with both native Tasmanian plants and rare exotic species, designed for peaceful walks among flowers and foliage specific to the region. Look out for the Huon pines—some are hundreds of years old and thrive only in Tasmania.

Highlights

Tastings of Bruny Island Honey products, including honey ice cream and spiced honey, sourced from island bees that feed on rare flowers. The honey farm uses only Tasmanian wildflowers, including leatherwood.

Scenic ferry ride back to the mainland, with the opportunity to see the island from a new perspective as the sun sets.