St Marys

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Discover Tasmania’s eclectic side at the local museum, hike up St. Patricks Head, explore Fingal Valley’s rainforests and relax on the East Coast beaches.

The small town of St. Marys is nestled beneath St. Patricks Head, a short distance from the crashing waves and white sand beaches of the East Coast and the rainforest walks of Fingal Valley and Douglas-Apsley National Park. Enjoy St. Marys’ small town charm, from the local galleries and museum to the historic railway station and heritage buildings.

Orient yourself with a hike to the top of St. Patricks Head, which overlooks St. Marys. The round-trip up a forested trail takes about 2 to 3 hours. Take a camera along to photograph the panoramic views of the Fingal Valley, the coastline and the Ben Lomond Plateau.

Visit the Cranks and Tinkerers Museum, started by a local collector, which showcases vintage cars and bikes, model airplanes, antique musical instruments and a menagerie of interesting collectables. Ask the proprietor if he will play the banjo for you. Afterward, head to the historic hotel on Main Street, built in 1916, for a drink. Stay in one of the hotel’s cozy rooms and listen for the resident ghosts.

From St. Marys, drive about 15 minutes to the beach at Falmouth. Wander along the beach and up the cliff for views over the Tasman Sea or go fishing at Four Mile Creek.

Farther south of Falmouth, pass the Chain of Lagoons before reaching the pristine Douglas-Apsley National Park. Take the rainforest trails through gorges, cool off with a swim in a waterhole and enjoy scenic lookouts and waterfalls. The park has a small entrance fee.

While St. Marys’ population is small, the town has several dining options, including the St. Marys Hotel on Main Street, a historic bakery and a few deli cafés as well as a fudge shop and ice-cream shop with sweet treats.

Drive to St. Marys from Launceston in about 1.5 hours, going through the St. Marys Pass, built by convict labor in the 1840s. Following the east coast from Hobart takes about 3 hours.

St Marys Hotel and Bistro
St Marys Hotel and Bistro
2.5 out of 5
48 Main Street, St Marys, TAS
Stay at this hotel in St Marys. Enjoy free parking, a pool table, and a bar/lounge. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Cheeseberry ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (68 reviews)
"Breakfast provided, clean and warm"

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Lumera Chalets
Lumera Chalets
4 out of 5
182 Gillies Road, St Marys, TAS
The price is CA $191 per night from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7
CA $191
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Stay at this 4-star cabin in St Marys. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Cheeseberry Hill Conservation Area and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
A peaceful stay for nature lovers
"A beautiful, quiet, environmentally respectful little haven, with superb views and lots of native wildlife. Don't expect mod-cons, but go prepared to enjoy off-grid living, in a comfortable little cabin with everything you need (kitchen, wood fire, comfy bed, spacious deck for eagle, earth and star ..."

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Beachfront At Bicheno
Beachfront At Bicheno
4 out of 5
232 Tasman Highway, Corner of Sinclair St, Bicheno, TAS
The price is CA $116 per night from Nov. 8 to Nov. 9
CA $116
CA $128 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Stay at this 4-star motel in Bicheno. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"

Reviewed on Oct. 28, 2024

Beachfront At Bicheno
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Lumera Chalets
Lumera Chalets
4 out of 5
182 Gillies Road, St Marys, TAS
Stay at this 4-star cabin in St Marys. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Cheeseberry Hill Conservation Area and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
A peaceful stay for nature lovers
"A beautiful, quiet, environmentally respectful little haven, with superb views and lots of native wildlife. Don't expect mod-cons, but go prepared to enjoy off-grid living, in a comfortable little cabin with everything you need (kitchen, wood fire, comfy bed, spacious deck for eagle, earth and star ..."

Reviewed on May 30, 2024

Lumera Chalets
Bay Of Fires Apartments
Bay Of Fires Apartments
3 out of 5
55-59 Cecilia St, St Helens, TAS
Stay at this 3-star golf apartment in St Helens. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Suncoast Gallery and Easy, Tiger ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (26 reviews)
"Clean tidy modern . Nice soaps and toiletries. Nicely decorated. Only thing i wasnt keen in was very high window so no view"

Reviewed on Nov. 4, 2024

Bay Of Fires Apartments
Bicheno by the Bay
Bicheno by the Bay
3 out of 5
The Esplanade, Bicheno, TAS
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Bicheno. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a garden. Popular attractions Lookout Rock State Reserve and Whalers Lookout ...
9/10 Wonderful! (614 reviews)
"Comfortable beds, great water pressure in the shower, near several tourist attractions and dining options. Highly recommend."

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Bicheno by the Bay
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