Coles Bay

Never heard of Coles Bay? Think seafood cafés, lapping waters and views of pink granite mountains and you’ll soon get the picture.

Coles Bay may be mostly known as the gateway to the wonderful realm of Freycinet National Park, but that doesn’t mean there is nothing to keep you in the town itself. Try the abundant seafood straight from Great Oyster Bay by going fishing or take a tour of the Freycinet Marine Farm and stay for lunch. Or, if you’d rather chomp on a burger or steak, visit one of the town’s cafés and pair your feast with a local wine.

Explore Coles Bay

Freycinet National Park

Taste fresh oysters, climb pink granite mountain cliffs, laze on stunning beaches and swim with dolphins at this national park on Tasmania’s east coast.

Wineglass Bay

Hike through native bushland and be rewarded with awe-inspiring views of this sweep of white sand protected by pink granite mountains in Freycinet National Park.

Freycinet

Home to some of the most beautiful beaches you’ll ever see, Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula should be on everyone’s bucket list.

Swansea

Use this laid-back Tassie village on the shores of Great Oyster Bay as your stepping stone to Freycinet National Park.

Where to stay in Coles Bay

Saffire Freycinet

2352 COLES BAY ROAD

Rated 5.0 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Coles Bay, this luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Coles Bay Conservation Area and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Freycinet National Park. Muirs Beach and Nine Mile Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Iluka Holiday Centre

Reserve Road

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Situated near the beach, this campground is within 1 mi (2 km) of Coles Bay Conservation Area and Freycinet National Park. Muirs Beach and Richardsons Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Freycinet Resort

1799 Coles Bay Road

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Situated in the mountains, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Coles Bay Conservation Area and Freycinet Marine Farm. Sandpiper Beach is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Things to do in Coles Bay

Full-Day Wineglass Bay ExplorerTour from Launceston

By Tours Tasmania

Recommended 94% by Travellers

We depart Launceston ready for an action-packed day out exploring Wineglass Bay, Freycinet National Park and the delights & highlights along the way. Our

Duration: 11h

Wineglass Bay Cruise

By Wineglass Bay Cruises

Recommended 94% by Travellers

Experience the exquisite beauty of the Freycinet Peninsula with award winning operator Wineglass Bay Cruises. Step aboard the Schouten Passage II, a 150-seat

Duration: 4h 30m

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Cities near Coles Bay

Freycinet

Home to some of the most beautiful beaches you’ll ever see, Tasmania’s Freycinet Peninsula should be on everyone’s bucket list.

Swansea

Use this laid-back Tassie village on the shores of Great Oyster Bay as your stepping stone to Freycinet National Park.

Hobart

Hobart captures the imaginations of food, arts and nature lovers from all over the globe.

Zeehan

Once known as the Silver City, Zeehan is holding on to its former glory for dear life. If you like stepping back in time, this Tassie town is for you.

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