Things to Do in Burnie

Two floors of exhibits covering Burnie's industrial and social history, from timber and mining to early household life. The main gallery is donation-based entry.

🕐 Mon–Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 10am–1pm

💡 Check the volunteer-run Federation Gallery next door—small but packed with quirky local artefacts. Allow 45 minutes.

A 2km paved path hugging the shoreline, linking the port to South Burnie. Benches, interpretive signs, and views of Bass Strait and the occasional ship.

🕐 Always open

💡 Walk it at dusk—the light on the mountain changes fast. Bring a coffee from a nearby cafe and use the picnic tables near the boat ramp.

11 hectares of cool-climate rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias and camellias set around a lake and streams. Peak bloom September to November.

🕐 Daily 9am–5pm (closed Christmas Day)

💡 Entry is $12 cash only—bring small notes. The tea kiosk sells decent scones. Go early on weekdays to avoid bus groups.

A short uphill walk from the CBD delivers a panoramic view over the town, port and ocean. The park has a rotunda and memorial statues.

🕐 Always open

💡 Park at the top of Marine Terrace—no steep climb. Great spot for a packed lunch. The rotunda offers shade on hot days.

A working studio space with resident artists and crafters—pottery, glass, textiles, woodwork. You can watch them at work and browse the shop.

🕐 Daily 9am–4pm

💡 Free entry to the workshop areas, but the cheese-making experience costs extra. The front desk gives a free map of the 'Burnie Art Trail' self-guided walk.