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New Norfolk

Give New Norfolk one night, or a half-day stop on the drive between Hobart and Mount Field: the town itself is 2–3 hours on foot.

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New Norfolk sits on the River Derwent 35 km north-west of Hobart, at the edge of the Derwent Valley and the gateway to Mount Field National Park. It is a heritage town of old houses, hop-growing history and the Willow Court asylum site, with autumn colour in April and May. Most travellers see it in a few hours, or sleep one night before or after the national park.

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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
see forecast
Currency
AUD
Best months
Mar–May (autumn colour), Dec–Feb (warm, long days)
avoid Jun–Aug (cold, wet, short days)
Airport
HBA
Nights
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.

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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 New Norfolk, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • CoffeeA$4–6 (≈ US$3–4)
  • Street or quick mealBakery pie or sandwichA$6–12 (≈ US$4–8)
  • SIM or eSIM, a weekeSIM or data SIM, about a weekA$15–35 (≈ US$10–25)
  • Museum or sight ticketMuseum or heritage-site entryA$5–15 (≈ US$4–10)
  • Budget bedHostel or pub bed, a night, per personA$45 (≈ US$30)
  • Mid-range bedBed-and-breakfast double room, a night, per roomA$180 (≈ US$120)
  • High-end bedBed-and-breakfast double room, a night, per roomA$280 (≈ US$190)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget A$90 (≈ US$60) · Mid A$150 (≈ US$100) · High A$260 (≈ US$180)

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.

Willow Court asylum siteRiver Derwent and hop-growing historyAutumn colour in April and MayGateway to Mount Field National Park
Airports
HBA Hobart Airport (About 50 min by road to New Norfolk via Hobart; no direct bus from the airport, so hire a car or take a taxi or rideshare.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    20°C (68°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    17°C (63°F)

  5. May

    Best

    14°C (57°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    12°C (54°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    11°C (52°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    13°C (55°F)

  9. Sep

    not flagged

    15°C (59°F)

  10. Oct

    not flagged

    17°C (63°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    19°C (66°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    21°C (70°F)

Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →

Warmest Jan (23°C (73°F)), coolest Jul (2°C (36°F) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Feb (8). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

New Norfolk: next 7 days

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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)

11°C (52°F)

9 rd

Feb

23°C (73°F)

11°C (52°F)

8 rd

Mar

20°C (68°F)

9°C (48°F)

10 rd

Apr

17°C (63°F)

7°C (45°F)

11 rd

May

14°C (57°F)

5°C (41°F)

12 rd

Jun

12°C (54°F)

3°C (37°F)

12 rd

Jul

11°C (52°F)

2°C (36°F)

13 rd

Aug

13°C (55°F)

3°C (37°F)

13 rd

Sep

15°C (59°F)

4°C (39°F)

12 rd

Oct

17°C (63°F)

6°C (43°F)

12 rd

Nov

19°C (66°F)

8°C (46°F)

10 rd

Dec

21°C (70°F)

10°C (50°F)

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 town is small and flat enough to walk: High Street, the river esplanade and Willow Court are all within about 20 minutes on foot. A car is the practical way to reach Mount Field, the wineries and the rest of the Derwent Valley; buses to Hobart run but are infrequent.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Mount Field National Parkgo

Door to door: About 45 min

Drive B62 west from New Norfolk, about 40 min to the visitor centre

Russell Falls is a short, easy walk from the car park; the higher walks need a full day and warm layers.

Hobartgo

Door to door: 35–50 min

Drive the A10 or B10, about 35 min; buses run but are infrequent

Easy as a half-day for MONA or the waterfront, then back for the night.

Maydena

caution

Door to door: About 1.5 h

Drive the B61 and B62 west through the valley, about 1 h 15 min

Mountain-bike park and forest country; a long return day, better as an overnight.

Richmondgo

Door to door: About 45 min

Drive via the A10 and B31, about 45 min

Historic village with a convict bridge; pairs well with a Hobart day.

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.

High Street and the town centre

Walk to the river, cafés and the antique shops; the only area with a real choice of beds.

Willow Court and George Street

Quieter, next to the asylum grounds and the antique centre; 10–15 min walk to High Street.

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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
A$90–140 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
Mid
A$140–220 (≈ US$95–150) excl. bed
High
A$220 (≈ US$150)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Bed-and-breakfast double room1 × 1 night × A$180A$180
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × A$150A$300
Hire car, one day1 × A$70A$70
Fuel, New Norfolk to Mount Field and back1 × A$25A$25
eSIM, about a week of data2 × A$20A$40
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeA$62
Trip total≈ A$339 per person per day, bed includedA$677≈ US$450

2026 estimate in Australian dollars; flights and car hire excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.

Prices of common things

CoffeeA$4–6 (≈ US$3–4)
Bakery pie or sandwichA$6–12 (≈ US$4–8)
Pub mealA$22–35 (≈ US$15–25)
Museum or heritage-site entryA$5–15 (≈ US$4–10)
National park pass, per vehicle per dayA$20–40 (≈ US$14–30)
eSIM or data SIM, about a weekA$15–35 (≈ US$10–25)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

A small, quiet town and generally safe to walk by day and early evening. The real risks are wildlife on the roads at dusk, cold and wet weather on valley walks, and thin mobile coverage once you head up the valley.
  • Public transport in the valley is thin: without a car you are tied to a few daily services.
  • Mount Field's higher walks can see snow and road closures outside summer: check conditions before you drive up.
  • Many shops and cafés close on Sundays and public holidays; plan food around that.
  • Fuel up in New Norfolk before heading further up the valley.

Emergency numbers

Police, fire, ambulance
000
From a mobile
112
Health advice line (24 h, nurse)
1800 022 222

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Emergency

  • Police, fire, ambulance000
  • From a mobile112
  • Health advice line (24 h, nurse)1800 022 222

Embassy

No embassies in New Norfolk; consulates and high commissions are in Hobart, Canberra, Sydney and Melbourne.

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Hobart Airport → New Norfolk, taxi: about A$90–120 (≈ US$60–80), 50 min
  • Hobart → New Norfolk, bus: a few dollars, about 1 h, infrequent
  • New Norfolk → Mount Field visitor centre, by car: about 40 min, fuel about A$10–15 (≈ US$7–10)

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  • Where's the loo? — Where is the toilet?
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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 New Norfolk. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Mar–May (autumn colour), Dec–Feb (warm, long days) · avoid Jun–Aug (cold, wet, short days) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 4 day-trips, door to door
  6. 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Airport-to-bed contract for HBA: last hire-car desk times, taxi and rideshare fallback, and the bus chain into the valley.
  2. Walking cluster map for High Street, the river esplanade and Willow Court with opening-hour cutoffs.
  3. Place pages for Willow Court, the Old Colony Inn Museum and St Matthew's Church with verified hours.
  4. Autumn and winter fixtures so the page can go green in both seasons.

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