Wellness & Pampering around Stanley and Beyond
If you’re seeking a bit of relaxation, Stanley and the surrounding area have plenty of wellness options to help you unwind and rejuvenate.
Spa Treatments and Beauty Services
- Salt Beauty Stanley: Located on Church St, Salt Beauty offers a range of beauty treatments, including facials, massages, and body treatments designed to leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
- Salt Hair Stanley: For a complete beauty experience, head to Salt Hair Stanley for a new haircut or style to match your holiday vibe.
- Amore Spa: Located in nearby Penguin, Amore Spa offers luxurious spa treatments that will help you relax and de-stress after a day of exploring Stanley.
Hair & Beauty in Burnie and Surrounding Areas
- South Side Salon (Burnie): Located just a short drive away, South Side Salon offers haircuts, colors, and styling, ensuring you look your best while enjoying your holiday.
- Saroxy Hair and Beauty (Burnie): A full-service hair and beauty salon offering everything from haircuts to beauty treatments, perfect for a bit of self-care.
Explore & Discover
Historic Buildings and Colonial Cottages
- Wander through Stanley’s charming colonial cottages and historic buildings.
- Discover the town’s colonial heritage and architecture on foot or by bike.
- Visit Highfield Historic House (1880s) – an excellent example of Regency-style colonial architecture and enjoy spectacular views overlooking Stanley and The Nut. (Hold onto your hats as it gets very windy here!)
- Explore the 9.5-hectare property, once part of a much larger estate.
Art and Culture in Stanley
- Explore local art galleries and craft shops featuring creative, handmade artwork.
- Burnie, the City of Makers, is a short drive away and showcases many local artists.
- Visit Sheffield’s outdoor gallery for more art installations and local craftsmanship.
- Sample handcrafted spirits at Alchymia Distillery
- Taste-test unique local spirits and learn about the distillation process.
- Explore Rock Art and Petroglyphs at various sites around the region.
- Discover ancient Indigenous rock art and learn about Tasmania’s rich cultural heritage.
- Tasmania’s First Wind Farm
- Relax at the Stanley Wine Bar with a selection of fine Tasmanian wines and local craft beers.
Natural Wonders and Wildlife Adventures
- Dip Falls is a beautiful waterfall located in the Dip River Forest Reserve at Mawballa.
- A peaceful, picturesque spot for nature walks and photography.
- Penguin Watch at Stanley and Wynyard especially during dusk.
- Join a Penguin Tour at Wynyard for a closer look at these charming creatures.
- Take The Nut Chairlift
- The amazing sandstone cliffs from Fossil Bluff Lookout
- Discover The Tarkine Wilderness one of Australia’s largest temperate rainforests, home to towering eucalypts. (A 4WD is recommended and plan ahead, as the area is remote and has few petrol stations. Take extra provisions: water, food, and petrol.)
Scenic Drives and Day Trips from Stanley
- Visit Gardiner’s Point for panoramic views of the rugged coastline and the Edge of the World.
- This is a stunning sunset spot for nature lovers and photographers.
- Springtime visitors can tiptoe through the tulips at Table Cape Tulip Farm
- Take a stroll through the colorful rows of tulips for picture-perfect views.
- Visit Wynyard Foreshore Markets offer fresh local produce, unique handicrafts, and souvenirs – A must-visit for those looking to experience the local culture and take home some Tasmanian treasures.
- Explore the Wonders of Wynyard Exhibition at the Wynyard Visitor Information Centre.
- Enjoy activities like fishing, swimming, and 4WDÂ at Arthur River. The area provides access to the Western Explorer 4WD road, crossing the Arthur-Pieman Conservation Area.
Adventure and Outdoor Things to do Around Stanley
- Walk the Postman’s Track at the Rocky Cape National Park to discover remarkable geological formations.
- Enjoy spectacular coastal views and unspoiled nature.
- Boat Harbour Beach offers a range of outdoor activities: swimming, paddling, snorkeling, and fishing.
- Perfect for a relaxing beach day or an active adventure by the sea.
- Cruise the Arthur River
- Visit Port Harbour, Wynyard, Burnie, Sheffield, Railton and Penguin
- Visit Sisters Beach and Triple Cape Lighthouse, Lobster Ponds, The Vault at Wynyard, Allendale Gardens
- Visit the town of Topiary – Railton
Nature Walks and Scenic Views
- Sumac Lookout, near Devonport, provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
- A perfect stop for travelers seeking scenic vistas and photo opportunities.
- Visit Fossil Bluff Lookout for breathtaking views of sandstone cliffs and the coastline.
- Ideal for nature lovers and photographers seeking dramatic landscapes.
- Garden lovers will adore the magical park at Gutteridge Gardens
- Watch a sunset at the Edge of the World
Good Eats
- Stanley Hotel- a great pub with loads of local flavour which are supplied by local businesses – beef from Greenhams in Smithton – family owned, chicken from the Nicol’s farm, Shakespeare Hills Eggs, mixed cabbage kimchi from Sue at KimchiMe, succulent pork by Scottsdale Pork (paddock-bred in the Cuckoo Valley) and Joel Gilby’s abalone, caught in Stanley as well as Pacific oysters supplied by Tarkine fresh oysters in Smithton. They stand by their commitment to only use the freshest of seafood, the Heathorn, Hardy, Hursey and Bishop families supplied daily with what comes in from the local fishing boats, including scallops, lobster in season and octopus
- Hersery Seafoods, Stanley – 2 Alexander Terrace, Stanley. Hersery prides in fresh fleet to plate. Their fleet of red fishing boats source the finest Tasmanian wild-caught seafood to bring to your plate
- Marleys @ Sticks and Stones Shells and Bones – 27 Church St, Stanley
- Touchwood Gallery Cafe – 31 Church St, Stanley
- Seekers Bar and Cafe – 290 Port Rd, Boat Harbour Beach
- Cafe Umami – 60 Goldie St, Wynyard
- The Lunch Company – 102 Goldie St, Wynyard
- Lady Bugs (pizza) – 8 Inglis St, Wynyard
- Burger Bar Hotel Federal – 82 Goldie St, Wynyard
- Wynyard Seafoods on the Wharf
Foodies
- Hersery Seafoods – 2 Alexander Terrace, Stanley
- Stanley Harvest Produce and Pantry will be bringing a new monthly market showcasing producers, makers – 36 Hale Street, Stanley, Tasmania
Email for enquiries – stanleyharvestproduceandpantry@gmail.com
- Tarkine Fresh Oysters – offering takeaway options and cafe. Here’s you’ll find a passionate team growing oysters for over 40 years. You can also order Joe Chromy wines, craft beer and ciders, oyster shucking knives plus the very popular Oyster Wheels and Eazy Azz cooking trays for you to use at home. The wheels make a great gift for an oyster lover. There’s a good selection of Tasmanian items such as pickled onions, relish, Ginseng spice, raspberry vinegar, local octopus & scallops
- Blue Hills Honey
- Visit the KimchiMe Farm located at 67 Myrtle Grove Road Wiltshire, Tasmania – Australian Certified organic, vegan, handmade, over 4 years expertise and proudly Tasmanian.
- La Cantara Artisan Cheese
- Providore 24 Pickled Onions
- Lemon Tree Providore – 44 Goldie St, Wynyard
Retail Escapes
- Stanley Harvest Market – 36 Hale Street, Stanley, Tasmania
- Wynyard Foreshore Markets – 23, C240, Wynyard
- Wynyard Indoor Markets – 28 Goldie St, Wynyard
- Burnie Farmers Market – Wivenhoe Showground, 10 Smith St, Burnie
- Penguin Undercover Market – 11 Arnold St, Penguin
- Alchymia Distillery
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