Mathinna House Franklin
Sightseeing
A boat-building school dedicated to preserving the traditional craft of wooden boat building. Take a tour, or book ahead to construct your own craft – a kayak, a dinghy, or perhaps a set of oars.
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The Wooden Boat Centre
3333 Huon HwyA boat-building school dedicated to preserving the traditional craft of wooden boat building. Take a tour, or book ahead to construct your own craft – a kayak, a dinghy, or perhaps a set of oars.
Experience the spectacular Airwalk and stunning Huon Pine Walk, which is wheelchair, stroller, and pet friendly!
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Tahune Forest Airwalk
Tahune Forest AirwalkExperience the spectacular Airwalk and stunning Huon Pine Walk, which is wheelchair, stroller, and pet friendly!
Regular events that are held at the Franklin Palais Theatre include Classic Movie nights, the Franklin Palais Collective, the Franklin Market, Franklin Folk Club, the Little Boat Choir and the yearly Palais Giant Garage Sale!
Palais Theatre Franklin Tasmania
3388 Huon HwyRegular events that are held at the Franklin Palais Theatre include Classic Movie nights, the Franklin Palais Collective, the Franklin Market, Franklin Folk Club, the Little Boat Choir and the yearly Palais Giant Garage Sale!
Bruny Island is a microcosm of the Tasmanian mainland. It is blessed with an extraordinarily diverse range of distinct environments - spectacular coastlines, geological wonders, beaches, rainforests, mountains, lagoons, abundant flora and fauna - an environmental cornucopia; all at your doorstep!
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Bruny Island
Bruny Island is a microcosm of the Tasmanian mainland. It is blessed with an extraordinarily diverse range of distinct environments - spectacular coastlines, geological wonders, beaches, rainforests, mountains, lagoons, abundant flora and fauna - an environmental cornucopia; all at your doorstep!
Huon Bikes offers fully guided bicycle tours in the Huon Valley. Tours operate on Friday mornings, Saturday mornings, and Sunday afternoons. All tours begin and end at Huon Bikes, located in Huonville. Choose from the Valley Ride, Mountain Ride, or Winery Rides. Relaxed, easy-going pace. Tour price includes bicycle, helmet, local tour guide, local produce tastings, and/or tea/coffee.
Huon Bikes
105 Wilmot RdHuon Bikes offers fully guided bicycle tours in the Huon Valley. Tours operate on Friday mornings, Saturday mornings, and Sunday afternoons. All tours begin and end at Huon Bikes, located in Huonville. Choose from the Valley Ride, Mountain Ride, or Winery Rides. Relaxed, easy-going pace. Tour price includes bicycle, helmet, local tour guide, local produce tastings, and/or tea/coffee.
My favourite brunch place
Opposite the Huon River in the centre of Franklin, a cafe offering local produce prepared with a Turkish influence. Breakfast, Lunch or a baked treat to go.
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Cinnamon and Cherry
3416 Huon HwyOpposite the Huon River in the centre of Franklin, a cafe offering local produce prepared with a Turkish influence. Breakfast, Lunch or a baked treat to go.
Food scene
A short drive to Huonville for great coffee that opens early in the morning.
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DS Coffee House Cafe
12 Main StA short drive to Huonville for great coffee that opens early in the morning.
Frank's Cider House and Cafe is located in the idyllic Huon Valley town of Franklin. Frank's multi award-winning ciders, complement the Huon Valley country style menu full of locally grown produce. Prepare to feast on seasonal delicacies such as smoked salmon from the pristine Huon River, and fresh Tasmanian scallops.
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Frank's Cider
3328 Huon HwyFrank's Cider House and Cafe is located in the idyllic Huon Valley town of Franklin. Frank's multi award-winning ciders, complement the Huon Valley country style menu full of locally grown produce. Prepare to feast on seasonal delicacies such as smoked salmon from the pristine Huon River, and fresh Tasmanian scallops.
At the Old Bank of Geeveston you will find a bistro, warmed by wooden furniture and country café surrounds of housemade pastries and a unique range of quality homewares, not to mention the shelves of impressive pickling jars. A succinct menu, alongside daily blackboard specials, only adds to the charm, where you can enjoy the likes of slow-roasted Tasmanian lamb, lemon, herbs, sumac, gremolata, rocket, Greek yoghurt and flatbread; or risotto, with chicken, mushrooms, peas, pecorino Romano and truffle oil. If stopping by for a light bite or coffee, delve into a range of desserts and savoury tarts that are sure to satisfy.
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The Old Bank of Geeveston
13 Church StAt the Old Bank of Geeveston you will find a bistro, warmed by wooden furniture and country café surrounds of housemade pastries and a unique range of quality homewares, not to mention the shelves of impressive pickling jars. A succinct menu, alongside daily blackboard specials, only adds to the charm, where you can enjoy the likes of slow-roasted Tasmanian lamb, lemon, herbs, sumac, gremolata, rocket, Greek yoghurt and flatbread; or risotto, with chicken, mushrooms, peas, pecorino Romano and truffle oil. If stopping by for a light bite or coffee, delve into a range of desserts and savoury tarts that are sure to satisfy.
Discover the history of apple farming through the eyes of the Smith family in the museum; try our delicious menu made from local, seasonal produce, sample our cider and check out our distillery.
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Willie Smith's Apple Shed
2064 Huon Hwy Discover the history of apple farming through the eyes of the Smith family in the museum; try our delicious menu made from local, seasonal produce, sample our cider and check out our distillery.
Petty Sessions is a beautiful heritage building that previously was used as the local courthouse. Situated in Franklin along the Huon River, Osteria is the perfect stopover for family and friends after visiting the beautiful Huon Valley. The kitchen uses only local products and our Italian heritage influences our recipes and the way we offer hospitality.
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Petty Sessions
3445 Huon HwyPetty Sessions is a beautiful heritage building that previously was used as the local courthouse. Situated in Franklin along the Huon River, Osteria is the perfect stopover for family and friends after visiting the beautiful Huon Valley. The kitchen uses only local products and our Italian heritage influences our recipes and the way we offer hospitality.
Today, The Kiln is not only a symbol of Tasmania's agricultural heritage but also a popular tourist attraction. It stands as a testament to the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit of the Frankcomb family, who adapted to changing circumstances and continued to make a living from the land for generations. Come and immerse yourself in the history of this unique location in the Huon Valley.
The Kiln Eatery
Today, The Kiln is not only a symbol of Tasmania's agricultural heritage but also a popular tourist attraction. It stands as a testament to the resilience and entrepreneurial spirit of the Frankcomb family, who adapted to changing circumstances and continued to make a living from the land for generations. Come and immerse yourself in the history of this unique location in the Huon Valley.
City/town information
A short drive for supplies, food, groceries, shopping and petrol.
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Huonville
A short drive for supplies, food, groceries, shopping and petrol.
Hiking trails
Beginning from the impressive tall tree Rainforest above the Huon Bush Retreats in Ranelagh the 5km return Mount Misery trail climbs 280m through dry sclerophyll forest before reaching Mount Misery’s lovely sub-alpine heathland. From the heathland views of Bruny Island and the Southwest World Heritage Area are offered.
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Mount Misery
Beginning from the impressive tall tree Rainforest above the Huon Bush Retreats in Ranelagh the 5km return Mount Misery trail climbs 280m through dry sclerophyll forest before reaching Mount Misery’s lovely sub-alpine heathland. From the heathland views of Bruny Island and the Southwest World Heritage Area are offered.
Wine tasting
Kate Hill Wines is based in Huonville in the picturesque Huon Valley, producing fine, elegant wines for everyone to enjoy.
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Kate Hill Wines
21 Dowlings RdKate Hill Wines is based in Huonville in the picturesque Huon Valley, producing fine, elegant wines for everyone to enjoy.
Adventure
The Picton is a Class II-III river, with gentle to moderate rapids that are exciting but not too difficult. This is a great run for beginners and families who want a quick adventure through Tasmania’s bush country and the edge of Australia’s World Heritage-listed rainforest.
Picton River
The Picton is a Class II-III river, with gentle to moderate rapids that are exciting but not too difficult. This is a great run for beginners and families who want a quick adventure through Tasmania’s bush country and the edge of Australia’s World Heritage-listed rainforest.