The main centre of Tasmania's South is Hobart. The South is made up of Georgian and Victorian buildings, majestic mountains, waterways, unique fauna and flora, plus artworks and crafts. The regions tourist centres are Hobart, Richmond, the Huon Valley and the Derwent River

Hobart is Australia’s southern most capital. The city straddles the Derwent River, with Mount Wellington as a magnificent backdrop. Hobart has one of the deepest harbours in the world. Hobart combines the charming old and the exciting new against a backdrop of mountain and sea. The city is seeped in history, and is Australia's second oldest settlement. Hobart's historical centre is Salamanca Place, complete with cobble stone lanes, sandstone warehouses, arts and crafts shops, cafes and restaurants. Just 20 minutes from the city is Mt Wellington. Its 1,234m peak provides panoramic views of the city and estuary beyond.

Battery Point is located between Hobart's docks and Sandy Bay, and is a former maritime village. A stroll through its hilly streets will provide magnificent views of the harbour and the mountains.

Just a short drive north east from Hobart is the preserved colonial village of Richmond. Richmond's centrepiece is the magnificent bridge. Many of the colonial buildings now serve as galleries, shops and accommodation.

From Richmond continue to the Tasman Peninsula with sweeping pasture and a coastline of sheltered bays and towering cliffs. Here Port Arthur's ruins will tell another tale of Tasmania's past. Port Arthur is Tasmania's biggest tourist attraction once a penal settlement and now a national park. Port Arthur offers a combination of convict history, spectacular scenery and magnificent waterways.

Only 80km from Hobart is Mount Field National Park with cascading waterfalls, deep gorges and a large variety of plant and trees. Half of Southern Tasmania is part of the south west National Park, Tasmania's largest national reserve.

Bruny Island tempts the visitor with remote beaches, rainforest, wetlands and rocky coasts. The island is home to thousands of fairy penguins.

The Huon region borders the south west Wilderness and continues the natural theme with forests, national parks and waterways. The Huon Valley and Cygent, across the other side of the Huon River, host historic towns and a wealth of art and craft.

Tasmania’s climate is mild and pleasant with four distinct seasons, each with its own special pleasures. Summer is mild and pleasant, with warm afternoons and long twilights. Autumn is calm, sunny and cool. Winter is brisk and bracing with snow dusting the high peaks and the air is crisp and clear. Spring is cool, fresh and green with daffodils and apple blossom brighten the countryside.