Tahune Airwalk is a favourite Huon Valley attraction. First opened on 1 July 2001, it has since become one of the most visited tourism attractions in Tasmania. The Airwalk is in 357 hectares of special recreational area in the original Tahune Forest Reserve, which borders on 1.6 million hectares of World Heritage listed forest.

Visitors love the breathtaking bird’s-eye views of the forest canopy and, from two spine-tingling swinging bridges, see the Huon and Picton rivers rushing below. Soar like an eagle across the Huon River on the Cable Eagle Hang Glider, enjoy Tasmanian food and wine in the café, and browse the visitor centre – there’s a day of fun and excitement for everyone.

Grandvewe is Australia’s only sheep dairy producing handcrafted cheeses, gelato and yoghurt from rural Tasmania and should not be left off your touring route of Tasmania. You can meet the sheep that make the cheese you eat (there are up to 15 cheese varieties you can try) and enjoy a stunning view while you relax and have a wine.

In the picturesque Huon Valley you’ll find celebrity chef Matthew Evans (the Gourmet Farmer) and his glorious Fat Pig Farm. Located less than a 45-minute drive south of Hobart, it’s an easy stopover as part of a Huon Valley day trip. Fat Pig Farm offers cooking classes and feasts every Friday at their long kitchen table. The farm comes highly recommended by us!

The historic and scenic town of Franklin, located on the banks of the Huon River, is full of picturesque cottages and whimsical cottage gardens. The town has good riverfront eateries for a delicious lunch or dinner, and road stalls sell fresh produce. As the oldest town in the valley, and one with a vibrant village feel, Franklin is well worth a stopover on your Huon Valley tour.

Crafting ciders with fresh Huon Valley fruit is something Pagan does best. Pagan Cider is an ideal stop on a Huon Valley day trip, being 45 minutes’ drive from Hobart. Once there, you’ll have the opportunity to indulge in a free cider tasting while admiring the picturesque cherry orchard.

Your Huon Valley tour could take you through Franklin, Geeveston and further south, to Australia’s southernmost railway located by the Lune River in Tasmania. Enjoy a historical tour with a qualified guide as you explore the bush plains by rail. Ida Bay Railways‘ cafe serves freshly ground coffee and mighty beef burgers. There is also recently restored historic accommodation available to book. It’s a truly unique experience and worth including in your itinerary when exploring Southern Tasmania.