Devonport
The City of Devonport sits on the banks of the Mersey River in the centre of Tasmania’s fertile Mersey/Forth valley.
Commonly known as "Australia’s market garden" the area produces 40% of Tasmania's vegetable crop. As you drive through the region you will see crops of orchard fruit, and fields of vegetables including onions, potatoes, peas, carrots and beans. Other important crops are poppies and pyrethrum. Significant secondary industries include the processing of agricultural products including vegetables and milk products, production of high quality towelling products and cement manufacture.
Devonport is a vibrant, modern city, cosmopolitan well beyond its size. Here city, coast and country come together at a pivotal Tasmanian hub. The Tasmanian home port of Spirit of Tasmania I & II sailing from Melbourne; a major airport linking to Melbourne's Tullamarine Airport through Qantaslink; a network of roads seeking out the Tasmanian wilderness wonderland and other unique delights.
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Discover our lifestyle
Devonport is a shopper's city; to browse in the unique boutiques and the specialty shops. Eating out is popular too! Savour locally grown produce served in a variety of cuisines in the city's many restaurants and cafes all served fresh from paddock to plate. Freshly caught seafood, prime beef served with freshly harvested vegetables, cheeses and gourmet chocolates washed down with a local wine or one of Tassie’s famous beers - all presented in a variety of cuisines Italian, Indian, Mexican to name just a few.
As a city on the sea Devonport makes the most of its coastline, accessible from the river front, right in the city centre; through foreshore parklands to Mersey Bluff Beach and its very popular playground; on to the Bluff itself and its landmark lighthouse and lookout.
Devonport encourages its visitors to linger a while to fully savour all the city and its surrounds have to offer. Accommodation is offered in quality hotels and motels, charming B&B's, well-appointed caravan and cabin parks and comfortable backpacker hostels.
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Explore our history
Take a step back in time and hear stories of past accomplishments. "Home Hill", the Devonport home of Australia's only Tasmanian-born Prime Minister, Joseph Lyons, and his wife Dame Enid, is open for inspection, with mementos of his Prime Ministerial days. History lives on too, at the Devonport Maritime Museum, displaying the region's rich seagoing past. The Don River Railway experience is a 30 minute round-trip on a vintage train, running regularly throughout the day, plus an opportunity to view up close the restoration work taking place in the workshop. See unique Aboriginal rock engravings at the Bluff where the Tiagarra Aboriginal Cultural Centre depicts Aboriginal life through dioramas.
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Visit our attractions
Devonport has a number of attractions to suit the whole family. Just a short drive from the city centre, the Tasmanian Arboretum displays trees and shrubs from around the world. Culture is centred at the Devonport Regional Art Gallery. Kids will love the Pandemonium complex incorporating Laser Skirmish, Jungle Gyms, Imaginarium Science Centre & Indoor Rock Climbing. All the family will enjoy a game of mini golf. No visit to Devonport is complete without sampling local food and wine at a number of wineries and eateries throughout the city and surrounds.
We look forward to seeing you in Devonport!
