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Richmond
Go as a half-day or one-night stop from Hobart: 25 min by car, 2–3 h on foot covers the bridge, gaol and village. Skip if you have no car.
Richmond is a small historic village in the Coal River valley, 24 km north of Hobart, built on convict labour and holding Australia's oldest bridge (1823) and oldest surviving gaol (1825). It is a compact walkable stop, best paired with a Hobart base rather than used as a base itself. Two to three hours covers the core; a night lets you see it without the day-trip coaches.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- AUD
- Best months
- Oct–Apr (mild, long days); Dec–Feb warmest
- avoid Jun–Aug (cold, wet, short days)
- Airport
- HBA
- Nights
- 0–1
Rules in force · 7
- Oceania ↗Oceania's island states guard their farms and reefs at the border: tick 'yes' on the arrival card for any food, plant, animal product, soil or used outdoor gear, and let the officer decide.
- Oceania ↗Across the tropical South Pacific, cyclones are possible from November to April: choose insurance that covers weather delays and keep one spare night before a long-haul departure.
- Australia and New Zealand ↗Both countries drive on the left, with long distances between fuel stops in the outback and on New Zealand's back roads; fatigue causes more visitor crashes than speed.
- Australia ↗Almost every visitor needs a visa or an electronic authorisation (ETA or eVisitor, depending on passport) before boarding: apply only through the official Department of Home Affairs site or the official AustralianETA app, and check the rules for your passport.
- Australia ↗Declare all food, plant material, seeds, wood and animal products on your arrival declaration; undeclared items can bring on-the-spot fines or visa cancellation. When unsure, declare it.
- Australia ↗Drive on the left. An overseas licence in English (or with an official translation or International Driving Permit) is accepted for visitors; check the state rules and your rental contract.
- Australia ↗Swim between the red and yellow flags on patrolled beaches; rip currents cause most beach drownings.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Richmond000 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Richmond, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Australian dollar (AUD, A$).Australia-wide
- SIM or eSIMTelstra has the widest outback coverage; Optus and Vodafone (TPG) are cheaper and fine in cities and along highways.Australia-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in cities and towns; in remote places use signed drinking taps.Australia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Not expected; 10% for very good service in a nice restaurant if you wish.Australia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets I. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): fits. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Australia-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets in parks, beaches, shopping centres and petrol stations (servos); the National Public Toilet Map app lists them.Australia-wide
- Emergency numbers000 police, fire, ambulance · 112 From a mobile · 131 444 Tasmania Police non-emergency
- Sundays & holidaysChristmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 15:00; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Christmas Day, Good Friday and Anzac Day morning close most shops; many cafés close by 3:00 PM; country towns close early on Saturday and all Sunday.Australia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportHBA Hobart Airport (About 20–25 min by car to Richmond; no direct public transport, so taxi, rideshare or hire car).
- Getting aroundThe village is walkable: bridge, gaol, cafés and shops sit within about 600 m of each other.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeA$4.50–6 (≈ US$3–4)
- Street or quick mealBakery pie or sandwichA$7–14 (≈ US$5–10)
- SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a weekA$15–30 (≈ US$10–20)
- Museum or sight ticketGaol or museum entryA$10–20 (≈ US$7–14) (check)
- Budget bedHostel or caravan-park cabin bed, a night, per personA$45 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedB&B or motel double room, a night, per roomA$200 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedB&B or motel double room, a night, per roomA$380 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget A$90 (≈ US$60) · Mid A$170 (≈ US$120) · High A$300 (≈ US$200)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HBA Hobart Airport (About 20–25 min by car to Richmond; no direct public transport, so taxi, rideshare or hire car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Feb
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Mar
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Jun
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Jul
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Aug
Avoid
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Sep
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Oct
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jan (23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)), coolest Jul (3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Richmond: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Feb
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
8 rd
Mar
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
May
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
Jun
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
11 rd
Jul
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
12 rd
Aug
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
12 rd
Sep
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
11 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
10 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
9 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The village is walkable: bridge, gaol, cafés and shops sit within about 600 m of each other. There is no useful local bus from Hobart, so a car, taxi or rideshare is the practical option; parking is free but fills on summer weekends.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: About 30–40 min
Car via the B31 and A3, about 25–30 min
Salamanca, MONA ferry and the waterfront; the natural base for this trip.
Door to door: About 1 h
Car via Hobart and the A6, about 45–55 min
Better as a Hobart-side stop than a return trip from Richmond.
Margate, Tasmania
cautionDoor to door: About 1 h
Car via the B31 and Channel Highway, about 50–60 min
Combine with a southern Channel drive, not a standalone run.
Coal River valley wineries
goDoor to door: About 15 min
Car, 5–15 min from the village
Cellar doors cluster along the B31; book a driver or spit if you are driving.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Village centre (Bridge St and surrounds)
Walk to the bridge, gaol and cafés; a handful of B&Bs and cottages, so book ahead in summer.
Richmond outskirts and Coal River valley
Caravan park, cabins and farm stays; you need a car for everything.
Hobart base
Most visitors sleep in Hobart and day-trip; 25–30 min each way by car.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- A$80–130 (≈ US$55–90) excl. bed
- Mid
- A$130–220 (≈ US$90–150) excl. bed
- High
- A$220 (≈ US$150)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| B&B or motel double room1 × 1 night × A$200 | A$200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × A$170 | A$340 |
| Hire car, one day1 × A$70 · check | A$70 |
| Taxi or rideshare Hobart → Richmond, one way1 × A$60 · check | A$60 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × A$20 | A$40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | A$71 |
| Trip total≈ A$391 per person per day, bed included | A$781≈ US$550 |
2026 estimate in Australian dollars; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | A$4.50–6 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Bakery pie or sandwich | A$7–14 (≈ US$5–10) |
| Café lunch with a drink | A$25–35 (≈ US$17–25) |
| Pub main (Richmond Arms) | A$25–40 (≈ US$17–30) |
| Gaol or museum entry | A$10–20 (≈ US$7–14) (check) |
| Cellar-door tasting | A$10–20 (≈ US$7–14), often waived on purchase (check) |
| eSIM or data SIM, about a week | A$15–30 (≈ US$10–20) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No train or bus link from Hobart: without a car you are dependent on taxis or a tour.
- Some attractions are seasonal or close on certain weekdays: check opening hours before you drive out.
- Rural roads are unlit and wildlife crosses at dusk: avoid driving the Coal River valley after dark if you can.
- Summer weekend parking near the bridge is tight; arrive before 10:00.Summer weekend parking near the bridge is tight; arrive before 10:00 AM.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 000
- From a mobile
- 112
- Tasmania Police non-emergency
- 131 444
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance000
- From a mobile112
- Police non-emergency131 444
Embassy
No embassies in Richmond; consulates and high commissions are in Hobart, Canberra, Sydney or Melbourne. Check your own country's list.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi or rideshare Hobart → Richmond: about A$55–75 (≈ US$40–50), 25–30 min (check)
- Hire car, one day: from about A$60–90 (≈ US$40–60) plus fuel (check)
- Richmond Gaol entry: small fee, about A$10–15 (≈ US$7–10) (check)
Say or show
- Thanks — Thank you
- Where's the bridge? — Where is the bridge?
- Card OK? — Can I pay by card?
- Table for two, thanks — A table for two, please
- Where's the loo? — Where is the toilet?
US, UK, Canadian, Australian and New Zealand passports: no visa needed for a short visit; most other nationalities need an Australian ETA or visa. Check the official Australian government site before booking.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Richmond. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Apr (mild, long days); Dec–Feb warmest · avoid Jun–Aug (cold, wet, short days) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for HBA: taxi and rideshare bands, hire-car desks, and the last realistic arrival for a same-day Richmond stop.
- Four walking clusters with rescue anchors: the bridge and riverbank, the gaol and Bathurst St, Bridge St cafés and shops, and the Coal River valley cellar doors.
- Place pages with verified cutoffs (Richmond Bridge, Richmond Gaol, Old Hobart Town, Pooseum) and eat pages with last orders.
- Seasonal and weather fixtures so gates A–D can go green.
Sources
- officialDestination Southern Tasmania
- officialRichmond Gaol Historic Site
- officialOld Hobart Town
- officialPooseum
- secondaryWikivoyage: Richmond (Tasmania), revision 4896461 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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