Queenstown Travel Guide

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Queenstown, located in the rugged and beautiful Tasmania region of Australia, is a town that offers a unique blend of natural beauty and historical charm. Surrounded by stunning mountain ranges and lush rainforests, Queenstown is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The town is also steeped in history, with its rich mining heritage and well-preserved historic buildings.

One of the main attractions in Queenstown is the West Coast Wilderness Railway, which takes visitors on a scenic journey through the wilderness aboard a vintage steam train. The railway offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's mining past and the stunning landscape that surrounds the town. For those seeking adventure, there are plenty of opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and wildlife spotting in the nearby wilderness areas.

In addition to its natural attractions, Queenstown also offers a range of cultural and historical experiences. Visitors can explore the town's heritage through its historic buildings, including the grand Empire Hotel and the iconic Paragon Theatre. The town is also home to a number of art galleries and craft shops, showcasing the work of local artists and artisans.

For those interested in learning more about Queenstown's mining history, a visit to the Iron Blow Lookout is a must. This historic site offers panoramic views of the town and the surrounding landscape, as well as insights into the region's mining heritage. Visitors can also take guided tours of the town's old mines and learn about the challenges and triumphs of the miners who once worked there.

Alternative names: Population: 1.8 thous. (2019)Elevation: 486 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°4'47"S, 145°33'25"E

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Queenstown Top Attractions

Queenstown Attractions - What to See and Explore

Queenstown offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Galley Museum, Nelson Falls, Queenstown Post Office. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Specialty museum • Museum
Galley Museum
The Eric Thomas Galley Museum is a photographic and general museum in Driffield Street in Queenstown. One of two west coast Tasmania museums that house records and relics from the mining communities of the past, the museum is housed in a former 1897 constructed Imperial Hotel, which has also been a mining office and Youth Hostel.
Nature • Natural attraction • Waterfall
Nelson Falls
The Nelson Falls, a cascade waterfall, is located in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Tasmanian Wilderness, in the West Coast region of Tasmania, Australia.
Neighbourhood
Queenstown Post Office
Queenstown Post Office is a heritage-listed post office at 32-34 Orr Street, Queenstown, Tasmania, Australia. It was designed by the Tasmanian government's Public Works Office and built in 1902, with the tower added in 1909. It was added to the Australian Commonwealth Heritage List on 22 June 2004.

Day trips

Queenstown – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Queenstown, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Sarah Island (Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area), Dove Lake (Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area), West Coast Heritage Centre (Zeehan).

22 milesS
Museum
Sarah Island, Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area
Nestled within the rugged beauty of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area lies Sarah Island, a haunting historical landmark that whispers tales of a dark and turbulent past. Once known as one of the harshest penal colonies in Australia during its operation from...
36 milesNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Dove Lake, Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area
Dove Lake is a corrie lake near Cradle Mountain in the central highlands region of Tasmania, Australia. It lies in the Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park.
18 milesNW
History museum, Museum
West Coast Heritage Centre, Zeehan
West Coast Heritage Centre is a complex of buildings and collections in Main Street of Zeehan, Tasmania in West Coast Tasmania in Australia. The complex and centre are currently managed by the company West Coast Heritage Limited.
13 milesSW
42°9'13"S • 145°19'44"E
Gordon River Cruises, Strahan
Boat tours, Outdoor activities, Tours
28 milesNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Ossa, Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area
Mount Ossa is the highest mountain in Tasmania, with a summit elevation of 1,617 metres above sea level. It makes up part of the Pelion Range within Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park in the Central Highlands region of Tasmania, Australia.