Huonville & the Huon Valley

A valley of rich soils and and fruitful orchards, of riverside settlements and towns on the forest fringe, the Huon is a valley of surprises.   Once renowned for its apple orchards, today the Huon Valley has diversified.

Take the Southern Outlet (A6) from Hobart towards Kingston and follow the signs to Huonville, a drive of approximately 30 minutes.  En route call in to the Huon Valley Apple and Heritage Museum at Grove to discover the traditions behind the once flourishing apple orchards of the region.

Nearby, savour the food of the region at the Home Hill Winery Restaurant at Ranelagh.  Its stunning architecture features glass vistas and rammed-earth walls.  Choose from a menu of Huon Valley seasonal produce - salmon, oysters, beef, trout, lamb, fruits and vegetables, including the famed Huon Valley mushrooms - all served in a picture-postcard rural setting.

The magnificent Huon River is the hub for a diverse range of activities and adventures.  Explore the river and have fun in self-propelled pedal boats, or get your adrenalin pumping on an exhilarating jet boat ride through all the twists and turns of this magnificent waterway.

Beyond Huonville lies the historic township of Franklin with its fascinating School of Wooden Boatbuilding, where you can spy on shipwrights imparting traditional skills to students from around the world.

All through the Valley you'll find wineries, fine restaurants and cafes, antiques, arts and crafts - and a diverse range of accommodation options including farm-stays, boutique bed-and-breakfasts, hotels and motels.