Discover Tasmania, One Beautiful Day at a Time

 

There’s something quietly luxurious about knowing you don’t have to rush.

Staying in New Norfolk places you at the centre of southern Tasmania — where rivers, vineyards, wilderness and historic villages unfold naturally over the course of a day, and you’re always home by evening.

From The Woodbridge, guests often set out with no more than a loose plan: a scenic drive, a long lunch, perhaps a cellar door or a forest walk — and let the day take shape from there.

A Base That Rewards Curiosity

 

New Norfolk sits at a rare crossroads. One direction leads deeper into the Derwent Valley, where vineyards and distilleries hug the riverbanks. Another takes you into cool temperate rainforest and waterfalls. Turn again and you’re heading towards historic villages, celebrated food producers or Tasmania’s most iconic cultural experiences.

 

It’s this flexibility that guests value most — the freedom to choose nature or culture, indulgence or simplicity, depending on the mood of the day.

Wine, Rivers and Slow Lunches

 

Some days are best spent following the river.

 

The Derwent Valley offers a rhythm that suits unhurried travel: vineyard tastings, conversations with producers, and lunches that stretch longer than planned. Cool-climate wines, small-batch spirits and seasonal Tasmanian cooking are never far apart, and the journey itself is part of the pleasure.

 

These are days that finish with a drive back along the river as the light softens — satisfied, not spent.

Forests, Waterfalls and Fresh Air

 

Other days call for green spaces and open air.

 

From New Norfolk, guests often head into the forests of Mt Field National Park, where tall trees, waterfalls and quiet walking tracks offer a complete change of pace. It’s an easy contrast to wine country — boots instead of glassware, cool air instead of cellars — yet just as restorative.

History, Art and Iconic Tasmania

 

For first-time visitors, some experiences feel essential.

 

A day exploring MONA, wandering the streets of Richmond, or venturing further afield to places like Port Arthur Historic Site often sits high on the list. While these make for longer days, guests frequently choose them for their significance — returning to the calm of The Woodbridge in the evening.

Longer Journeys, Lasting Impressions

 

Even Tasmania’s more ambitious day trips are regularly undertaken from New Norfolk. The wild beauty of Bruny Island, the food trails of the Huon Valley, or the quiet power of The Wall in the Wilderness are all within reach for guests willing to start early and savour the journey.

 

These are the days that linger longest in memory.

Let the Day Unfold

 

What guests often tell us is that staying at The Woodbridge Tasmania allows them to travel differently — not ticking boxes, but choosing experiences that feel right in the moment.

 

For a curated overview of our most popular routes — including suggested combinations of scenic drives, wineries, distilleries and lunch stops — explore our

Day Trips from New Norfolk guide.

 

Whether you’re here for two nights or a week, each day offers a different way to experience Tasmania — and no two need look the same.