Where:

Dunalley

Tasmania, Australia

Dunalley is a small fishing village 57 km east of Hobart on the Arthur Highway.

Last Visited:

Last visited in October 2006

Why Go:

• stop for some fresh seafood

Highlights:

• Tasman monument: located near the town jetty, this monument commemorates the discovery of Van Diemen's Land by Able Tasman in 1642.
• Potters Croft Craft Gallery: view local artist's work, and taste Bream Creek Vineyard wines.
• St Martins Church: this attractive church is located on the hill above town.

Eating & Drinking:

• Dunalley Waterfront Cafe: overlooking the fisherman's wharf. There is also an extensive collection of antiques
• Dunalley Hotel: a restaurant and bottle shop
  

Other things you should know about:

• The monument in the town of Dunalley is a convenient substitute for the more important monument located at Tasman Bay, which is virtually inaccessible by anything other than boat. It was at Tasman Bay that Abel Tasman and his crew became the first Europeans to land on Tasmania.

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