Southwest
Travel Guide





Visit Southwest

Strahan Village
Excellent room with a balcony overlooking the water with great views
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Gold Rush Inn
Good restaurant. Handy location.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

BIG4 Strahan Holiday Retreat
Clean/walking distance to the middle of town. Had a grocery/takeaway shop next door.
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Giants Table and Cottages
If you have to stay in this area, you have very few choices, and this place is tolerable. The one bed we used was comfortable enough, and it was nice to have a refrigerator and laundry facilities inside the unit. It was also nice to see the platypus and kangaroos/wallabies at the nearby pond. However, ...
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Strahan Bungalows
Roomy, clean and easy to get into. Only thing missing was a box of tissues!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Derwent Bridge Chalets & Studios
Don’t be put off by the rustic exterior and surrounds. The chalet interior is cosy, well-appointed and spacious with wood panelling on the walls and lovely matching blinds and curtains. The bed was comfortable with a handmade doona (bed spread). The bathroom was spotless and has been recently renovated. ...
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
Popular places to visit

Franklin-Gordon Wild Rivers National Park
Explore rugged wilderness in this western Tasmanian region. Its early conservation efforts led to the establishment of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area.

Gordon Dam
You can find out about the history of Southwest with a stop at Gordon Dam. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

West Coast Range Regional Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at West Coast Range Regional Reserve, a lovely green space in Southwest. Discover the area's waterfalls and mountain views.

Southwest National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Southwest National Park, a lovely green space in Southwest. Wander the rainforest and waterfront while you're in the area.

Southwest Conservation Area
Explore the great outdoors at Southwest Conservation Area, a lovely green space in Southwest. Wander the rainforest and waterfront while you're in the area.
Tahune Airwalk
Explore the great outdoors at Tahune Airwalk, a lovely green space in Southwest. Wander the riverfront and gardens in the area.
Things to do

Morning World Heritage Cruise on the Gordon River from Strahan

Gordon River Cruise departing from Strahan

Strahan: Gordon River Cruise with Lunch & Sarah Island Walk

4 Day Wild Tasmania Tour / Wildlife, Nature, Hiking / Inc. Accom

6-Day Tasmanian Explorer Adventure Tour from Hobart


