Grandpas Guide to Driving in Devonport

Hiya, everyone! What have you all been up to? I sure hope to hear that it’s planning a route through Tasmania. Because if it is, then I sure have got the place for you to add!

Have you ever dreamed of a ferry taking you to a brilliant and magnificent place? Well, the Devonport Ferry is an awesome way to see the hustle and bustle of the Auckland port and absorb the spectacular views of the city skyline before you reach Tasmania.

Devonport, with a population of 23 000, is located where the mouth of the Mersey River meets the great Bass Straight. The town was named after the county of Devon in England and is the main city in the northwestern part of Tasmania. The town reminds us of a peaceful English village by the sea that offers quirky shops, cafes and restaurants. A drive up North Head rewards you with breathtaking views of the city and the outer gulf islands.

A drive? Yes, a drive. For this trip it would be prudent to rent a car. If you haven’t got a rented vehicle yet there’s no need to worry. You just have to click here at http://www.vroomvroomvroom.com.au to get all the transport issues sorted. You’ll find the top car rental deals there. Drive handsome cars at prices that don’t hurt your pockets.

Crossing Bass Strait to Tasmania, taking your rented vehicle with you at the same time, can be practically achieved by taking the ferry from Melbourne to Devonport.

Davenport is rich in tourist services so it makes an excellent ground to explore the picturesque countryside surrounding it. Once you dock you’ll find that there are many spots to go through from here.

1. Mersey Bluff

For starters, you might want to try going to Mersey Bluff. It’s just a kilometre away from the Devonport town centre and it’s connected by a coastal reserve and several parklands.

2. Tiagarra

Next up, come to Tiagarra. It’s a Tasmanian Aboriginal Art and Culture Centre found in Mersey Bluff. Tiagarra is a Tasmanian Aboriginal word that means ‘keep’ or ‘keeping in place’. Rightfully so because its goal to preserve Australian heritage, having a collection of over 2,000 ancient artifacts.

3. Tasmanian Maritime Museum

Then head off to West Devonport to the Tasmanian Maritime Museum. Be awed by the comprehensive display of maritime memorabilia the place has. Go ahead and dunk yourself in Devonport’s history.

While you’re still in west Devonport you can visit the Don River Railway. It’s situated on the banks of the Don River and is open every day with trains running by the hour. Offers include a quick train ride along the river to Coles Beach and interesting showcases of vintage locomotives and passenger carriages.

So come and see where the water will take you. Come on over to Devonport Ferry!

You’ll hear more from me next time. Stay tuned for more guides from Gramps, okay?

Cheers!

- Grandpa Benjamin