Best Things to Do in Freycinet National Park
Located on Tasmania’s spectacular East Coast, Freycinet National Park is one of the most visited and photographed destinations in the country — and for good reason.
From white sand beaches and granite mountains to coastal walks, seafood, wineries and luxury stays, Freycinet offers the kind of travel experience that makes people immediately start planning their next trip back.
Whether you are visiting for a weekend or spending several days exploring the coastline, here are some of the best things to do in Freycinet National Park and the surrounding East Coast region.
Walk to Wineglass Bay
No trip to Freycinet is complete without visiting Wineglass Bay.
Known for its curved white sand beach and crystal-clear water, Wineglass Bay has become one of Tasmania’s most iconic natural attractions.
The Wineglass Bay Lookout walk is one of the most popular experiences in the national park and takes approximately 1–1.5 hours return depending on pace.
For those wanting a longer adventure, visitors can continue down to the beach itself or complete the Mount Amos hike for panoramic views across the coastline.
Tip: Bring water, good walking shoes and start earlier during summer months to avoid peak crowds and heat.
Visit Friendly Beaches
Just minutes north of Freycinet National Park, Friendly Beaches remains one of the East Coast’s most untouched stretches of coastline.
Unlike some of the busier areas around Coles Bay, Friendly Beaches offers long empty beaches, rolling dunes and dramatic coastal scenery without the crowds.
It is also one of the best places on Tasmania’s East Coast to:
watch the sunrise
beach walk for kilometres
photograph the coastline
spot wildlife
experience a quieter side of Freycinet
The Friendly Beaches turnoff is located only minutes from Wineglass Bay Estate, making it an easy stop during your stay.
Take a Scenic Cruise with Pennicott Wilderness Journeys
One of the best ways to experience Freycinet’s coastline is from the water.
Pennicott Wilderness Journeys offers scenic cruises departing from Coles Bay that explore the coastline surrounding Freycinet National Park.
Cruises often include:
sea cliffs and granite formations
wildlife spotting
hidden coves and beaches
views of Wineglass Bay from the water
It is a completely different perspective of the national park and one of the most memorable experiences on Tasmania’s East Coast.
Catch Sunset at Wineglass Bay Estate Cellar Door
One of the newest additions to Tasmania’s East Coast is Wineglass Bay Estate, a luxury adults-only retreat, vineyard and cellar door located along the gateway into Freycinet National Park.
With the cellar door set to open in 2026, visitors will be able to stop in for a glass of Tasmanian wine while overlooking waterfront views and vineyard surroundings.
Positioned away from the busier centre of Coles Bay, the estate has quickly become known for its sunsets, peaceful atmosphere and slower style of East Coast experience.
Honestly, it may just become one of the best places on Tasmania’s East Coast to watch the sun disappear across the water with a wine in hand.
Explore Honeymoon Bay
Honeymoon Bay is one of Freycinet’s hidden gems and a favourite among photographers and locals.
With calm water, orange granite rocks and views towards the Hazards mountain range, it is a beautiful spot for:
swimming
kayaking
sunset
photography
picnics
Early morning and late afternoon are often the best times to visit.
Discover Freycinet Marine Farm & East Coast Seafood
Tasmania’s East Coast is famous for seafood, and a visit to Freycinet would not feel complete without oysters.
The nearby Freycinet Marine Farm is popular for fresh oysters, mussels and seafood enjoyed overlooking the water.
Visitors can also explore nearby oyster farms and seafood experiences throughout the East Coast region.
Drive Cape Tourville Lighthouse
For one of the easiest walks with one of the biggest views, Cape Tourville is a must.
The short accessible boardwalk loop offers sweeping coastal views across Freycinet National Park, the Tasman Sea and surrounding granite coastline.
It is particularly beautiful:
at sunrise
during whale migration season
on dramatic weather days
And requires far less effort than some of the longer Freycinet hikes.
Slow Down & Experience Tasmania’s East Coast
One of the best things about Freycinet is that not every moment needs to be scheduled.
Some of the best experiences are the simplest:
long lunches
beach walks
slow mornings
reading by the water
watching wildlife
sunset drives
discovering quiet beaches
That slower pace is part of what makes Tasmania’s East Coast so special.
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Freycinet National Park is known for Wineglass Bay, coastal walks, granite mountain ranges, white sand beaches and spectacular East Coast scenery.
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Many visitors stay between 2–4 days to properly experience Wineglass Bay, beaches, cruises, walks and surrounding East Coast attractions.
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The Wineglass Bay Lookout walk is the most popular walk in Freycinet National Park.
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Yes. Friendly Beaches is considered one of the most beautiful and untouched beaches on Tasmania’s East Coast.
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Wineglass Bay Estate is located near Freycinet National Park on Tasmania’s East Coast, approximately 13 minutes from the national park entrance and Wineglass Bay walking trails.
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