Free and Affordable Family-Friendly Activities Around Tasmania

Feature: Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Credit: Tourism Australia

Tasmania’s mix of nature, wildlife and welcoming public spaces makes it an easy win for family-friendly adventures. From free parks and coastal walks to affordable attractions kids actually enjoy, these free and affordable family activities are ideal for weekends, school holidays and everyday exploring across the island state. 

Hobart & the South 

• Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)—Hobart’s Museum of Old and New Art may be famous for its bold and sometimes confronting works, but much of the museum is surprisingly kid-friendly, especially the outdoor spaces and interactive areas — staff can point out rooms parents may prefer to skip, and children receive free entry. 

• Tahune AirWalk—Suspended walkways stretch high above the forest canopy, delivering big nature thrills for all ages, with ticketed entry offering strong value for the scale of the experience. 

• Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary—Meet kangaroos, wombats and Tassie devils up close in a relaxed wildlife setting, with family tickets making this a popular and affordable animal encounter. 

• The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens—Wide lawns, winding paths and colourful plant collections create an easy outdoor escape right near the city, and entry is completely free. 

• Kingston Park Playground—Modern play equipment, open space and coastal views make this a go-to local playground for active kids, with free access year-round. 

Launceston & the North 

• City Park, Launceston—Peacocks, wide lawns and playground space turn this central park into a relaxed family hangout, with no cost to enter. 

• Cataract Gorge—Suspension bridges, walking trails and panoramic views make this natural wonder feel like an adventure playground, and it’s free to explore. 

• Grindelwald, Tamar Valley—A charming Swiss-style fairytale village where families can explore shops, cafés and treats for free, then opt into nearby paid activities like mini golf, paddle boats and splash golf to suit their budget. 

• Riverbend Park, Launceston—Climbing structures, slides and open spaces create a high-energy playground that’s perfect for regular visits, and it’s completely free. 

• Devonport Bluff Playground—Ocean views, climbing frames, slides and a giant spider-web structure make this a standout coastal playground, with accessible play equipment and nearby picnic spots — and it’s free to enjoy. 

Around the Coast 

• Whaler’s Lookout, Bicheno—A short walk leads to sweeping ocean views and the chance to spot wildlife offshore, making this an easy East Coast stop that costs nothing. 

• East Coast Natureworld—Native animals, Tassie devils, walk-through enclosures and open spaces let kids explore at their own pace, with paid entry that’s good value for a wildlife-focused visit. 

• St Helens Foreshore Walk & Playground—A flat, family-friendly foreshore precinct with a playground, picnic spots and an easy walking and bike track along Georges Bay — all free, with toilets and parking close by. 

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