Visitor Information

DEVONPORT - The City with Spirit

The City of Devonport is ideally located on the Mersey River in the heart of the beautiful North West Coast of Tasmania.  This unique location opens the city up to river, ocean and mountain views and a lifestyle enjoyed by its 26,000 residents.  Relaxed, yet progressive, the City of Devonport offers a safe and pristine environment, friendly and welcoming people and plenty of opportunities.

Devonport is the major sea gateway to Tasmania and its thriving port is the home for the two luxury passenger ferries, Spirit of Tasmania I & II.  These ferries connect Devonport with Melbourne, offering daily sailings.  Devonport airport is the third largest in Tasmania, with frequently scheduled daily services to Tullamarine in Victoria.

Devonport is particularly well known for its reserves and recreational facilities. From the kilometres of walking and cycling tracks, many beautiful beaches, a river which is suitable for various water sports, great fishing spots and numerous parklands, the city really does encourage an active and family friendly lifestyle.

Cultural facilities include the Regional Art Gallery which has a collection of Tasmanian art works, ceramics, prints, and photographs; the Maritime Museum with a collection relating to early shipping activities; the Devonport Entertainment & Convention Centre which is considered to be the premier entertainment facility in the North West; Imaginarium Science Centre, Tasmania's first and only science discovery centre; and Tiagarra Aboriginal Culture Centre and Museum.

Although the municipality is small in area for Tasmania, at only 116 square kilometres, it is the centre for a rich agricultural district which produces over 40% of Tasmania's vegetable crops (Beans, Onions, Peas, Potatoes etc) and very significant values of cereals, oil poppies, pyrethrum and other crops. Dairy production and processing is also significant. Secondary industry includes processing of agricultural products, production of woven towelling, and production of high grade carpet, all at levels which represent a large share of total Australian production. The district also produces pulp and paper and other forest products and cement of which large tonnages are exported through the port.

GETTING TO DEVONPORT

DEVONPORT AIRPORT

Devonport airport is approx 12 minutes from Devonport and has direct flights via QuantasLink to and from Melbourne and Sydney. 
The airport, eight kilometres from Devonport's CBD, has full terminal facilities and services, including hire cars and shuttle buses to the city.  Car rental companies operate from the terminal and the licensed kiosk, magazine and souvenir shop provides for the needs of travellers.  Long or short term parking is available.

Devonport Airport is the closest port of entry to the Tasmanian Wilderness and Cradle Mountain National Park, which is only 80 minutes from the airport.

http://www.qantas.com.au/travel/airlines/airport-guide-devonport/global/en

LAUNCESTON AIRPORT

Launceston airport is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes from Devonport and has direct flights to and from most Australian capital cities.  The airport, located 15 kilometres south of Launceston, provides a central retail area in the terminal that provides food and beverage and news and gift shop.

Public Transport is available into the city or the surrounding regions, including Shuttle Bus Services, Taxis, or hire cars from all major car rental companies.

http://www.launcestonairport.com.au/

SERENITY SHUTTLE BUS

The Serenity Shuttle Bus Service operates from the Launceston Airport to the North West Coast and surrounding regions - Contact (03) 6424 9251 for reservations and enquiries or www.serenitytas.com.au

SPIRIT OF TASMANIA

Spirit of Tasmania travels nightly from Melbourne and Devonport (Tasmania) and some days during peak periods. Accommodation on board ranges from Ocean View Recliners to luxurious Deluxe Cabins.

www.spiritoftasmania.com.au/