East Coast Tasmania
Visitor Information Centres
Yellow ‘i’
East Coast Tasmania
Tasmania’s East Coast is renowned for its pristine beaches, national parks, coastal towns, and iconic destinations. The region attracts visitors year-round, with travel often shaped by seasonal conditions, event periods, and access to natural and protected areas.
Accredited Visitor Information Centres on the East Coast provide trusted local advice to assist with travel planning, access information, and experience selection. Centres help visitors navigate local conditions, discover regional highlights, and connect with communities and businesses across the coast.
Below is a list of accredited Visitor Information Centres servicing Tasmania’s East Coast. Each listing includes contact details and information about the services available at that centre.
ST HELENS VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE
ST HELENS
🌐 Break O’Day Council
📞 03 6376 1744
✉️ sthelensvic@bodc.tas.gov.au
Located in the coastal town of St Helens, the St Helens Visitor Information Centre provides friendly, local advice for visitors exploring Tasmania’s East Coast. Staff can assist with bookings for accommodation, attractions, and tours, and provide maps, brochures, and National Parks Passes. The centre offers on-site facilities, souvenirs, public toilets, and free parking to support visitors during their stay.
Opening hours
🕘 Monday to Friday: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
🕘 Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 am to 3:30 pm
🕘 ANZAC Day: 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day
Non-Accredited Visitor Centres
Look for the White i
Across Tasmania, some visitor information outlets display the blue-and-white “i” symbol. While these locations are not formally accredited, they can still provide helpful local advice and travel information, often from within local businesses. Services, opening hours, and facilities may be more limited, but they are still a great place to start your Tasmanian adventure.
BARK MILL TAVERN
SWANSEA
📍 96 Tasman Highway, Swansea TAS 7190
📞 03 6257 8094
✉️ manager@barkmilltavern.com.au
Located in Swansea on Tasmania’s East Coast, Bark Mill Tavern provides visitor information services alongside dining and hospitality facilities. The venue provides local advice to help visitors explore the East Coast, including information on nearby attractions, experiences, and travel conditions, making it a convenient stop for travellers passing through the region.
🕘 Open Monday to Sunday, 7:00 am to 9:00 pm