Devonport is a terrific holiday spot that you’ll love visiting. Situated in Tasmania, Devonport overlooks where the Mersey River meets the Bass Strait. Due to this, it’s a thriving coastal city and one that has plenty of fantastic places to discover.
The beauty of Devonport is its proximity to some other world-class locations in Tasmania. It’s just an 80-minute drive to the mighty Cradle Mountain and an hour from the neighbouring city of Launceston. With all these fantastic options so close by, you’ll want to hire a rental car to take you from place to place. Visit our friendly Hertz offices at Devonport Downtown when you arrive, and we’ll help you find the best car for your trip.
Enjoy Devonport in your Hertz Rental Car
There’s always something to do in Devonport, and you don’t have to travel far to have a great time.
You’ll notice that this city is always bustling: it’s the home to the Spirit of Tasmania passenger ferry, so it has an infectious atmosphere of excitement and adventure. Devonport welcomes travellers from mainland Australia every day, and is well-known as a central hub for domestic travel, but there is simply so much more to this thriving city - be sure to stay a while to see this for yourself.
Devonport has an excellent history and culture, which you can learn about while on your trip. Discover the vast maritime history of the city at the Bass Strait Maritime Centre before heading to the Devonport Regional Gallery to discover the best Tasmanian art in the area.
There are many ways to get outside and adventure while here in Devonport. Perhaps try out one of the city's many walking routes and cycling paths to some of the best viewpoints. Drive to Coles Beach for a day by the sea, or walk up to The Bluff to visit the Aboriginal rock carvings here.
There are many options to spend the day, so discover it all in your Hertz rental car.
Discover Tasmania with Hertz
Tasmania is one of the best states for an Australian road trip, so there’s never been a better time to explore than on this holiday to Devonport.
North Tasmania is beautiful; wild and rugged, it’s filled with picturesque spots waiting to be uncovered. Perhaps drive to Launceston as your first destination, the second-largest city in Tasmania. It’s also one of the oldest in Australia, and the city's heritage is hard to miss whilst you’re here. Drive up to Cataract Gorge Reserve, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the South Esk River, ample wildlife, Victorian gardens, and the world’s longest single-span chairlift. You can easily spend an afternoon at the Reserve, so it’s a great place to relax and unwind.
The magnificent Cradle Mountain is an 80-minute drive from Devonport. One of Tasmania’s busiest attractions, the mountain itself sits in a spectacular World Heritage-listed national park. The scenery is nothing short of dramatic, with glacial lakes, mountain peaks, and ample trails for you to explore. Hike up to Marion’s Peak, or walk around the lake with the peaks looming over you - whichever route you choose, you’ll be amazed at the natural beauty around you.
A trip to Devonport will be fantastic, and hiring a car will provide you with ample opportunity for some thrilling trips. We’ll see you soon, at Hertz Devonport Downtown.
