Hobartο½A Few Stunning Century-Old Towns Nearby π‘πΎ
If you have one day to spare, you can easily explore these charming historic towns near Hobart. Whether you're driving from Hobart to Launceston or the other way around, each of these stops is worth your time! π If driving from Hobart β Launceston: Richmond β Oatlands β Ross π If returning from Launceston β Hobart, reverse the order! π° Richmond Town Home to a stunning 200-year-old stone bridge π¦ Ducks and swans lounge lazily by the water β totally unbothered by people π Loved the vintage cafΓ© here β the building itself is over a century old! Perfect for a slow walk and popping into cute little shops ποΈβ¨ π Ross Village Famous for its historic bakery that inspired Miyazakiβs Kikiβs Delivery Service! The shop is tiny but everything is delicious β must-try: Laska Pie with scallops π₯§π€€ The whole village is beautifully preserved with architecture from 200 years ago β even a chimney from 1830 still puffing out warm, woody-smelling smoke πͺ΅π§± Locals gather for coffee, chats, and dog walks β such a peaceful vibe πβ π¬οΈ Oatlands Town Known for its iconic 1837 windmill π¬οΈ All the buildings here are made of stone β small, intricate, and full of character A perfect spot to sip coffee and daydream β slow living at its best ππ Each of these towns has its own unique charm, and I adored them all π If you want to see what Australian country life looked like over a century ago β this trio will take you right back in time π°οΈπΈ #Hobart #Tasmania #HistoricTowns #TravelTasmania #AustraliaTravel #SlowTravel #RichmondTAS #RossTasmania #Oatlands
