Bass Strait Maritime Centre
Bass Strait Maritime Centre
4.5
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
About
Immerse yourself in Devonport's superb maritime museum, where you'll discover the secrets of the infamous Bass Strait and local history via displays of models, artefacts, exhibits and tales of daring and bravery. Test your skills as you captain our world class shipping simulator and navigate the challenges of the Mersey River and Bass Strait - included in your entry fee! Enjoy our frequently changing exhibition program, and get involved in our specialist talks, workshops, research, group tours and learning activities. Find your perfect souvenir at our delightful gift shop, specialising in maritime gifts, Tasmanian-made products, science kits and toys. Located along Devonport's stunning river foreshore, between the city centre and our famous Bluff. Adult $10 Child $5 Concession/Student $8 Family (up to 6 kids) $25. Open 10-3pm Daily. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday. NB. MARION STORM CAFE is co-located at the museum - this is a separate business.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listingTours & experiences
Explore different ways to experience this place.
Full view
Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more.
Top ways to experience Bass Strait Maritime Centre and nearby attractions
The area
Address
Reach out directly
Best nearby
We rank these restaurants and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.
Restaurants
129 within 5 kms
Attractions
47 within 10 kms
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.
4.5
161 reviews
Excellent
95
Very good
55
Average
7
Poor
3
Terrible
1
mick w
Devonport, Australia6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
Meal on Sunday for my wife's birthday. Bottled water room temp.At least a 30 min wait. Wifes prawn cocktail comprised of 3 prawns 2 bits of lettuce and 2 small bits of bread..$24..I complained later and to be fair they offered me $10 refund.
Written 13 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hi Mick, We're sorry you did not have a good time in the cafe with your meal. We will speak to the owners of Pearl Oyster Bar and Cafe (a separate business to the Bass Strait Maritime Centre) and make sure they get your feedback. We hope to see you again!
Written 16 January 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Archaeobuff
Sydney, Australia2,033 contributions
Feb 2021
The inhouse cafe is where we first visited and the food and coffee was first rate - what a great introduction to Tasmanian food and beverage quality straight off the plane. The Museum was neat and for us the model of the old Empress of Tasmania that brought us to Tassie in 1972 was he highlight. Well worth a visit all round - great gifts in the gift shop too.
Written 26 February 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hi, Thank you so much for your review. We agree that the large builder's models of the Empress of Australia and the Princess of Tasmania are a real highlight! We hope to see you again soon.
Written 24 June 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Michael L
Hobart, Australia128 contributions
Sept 2021
An interesting museum of local history that is reasonably priced and well worth a visit.
Full of information, photographs, artefacts and large scale ship models to explain aspects of the areas development and maritime history.
Recommended.
Full of information, photographs, artefacts and large scale ship models to explain aspects of the areas development and maritime history.
Recommended.
Written 8 September 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
AngelRose007
Lake Mary, FL5 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
This was a stop with our cruise ship tour and while the facility and small museum area is very nice and the ladies working in there were friendly and helpful, our experience in the cafe, where we spent most of our time waiting for simple grilled sandwiches, totally ruined our experience!
First there is a separate menu for cruise groups - very limited - and we were only allowed to have disposable cutlery. One of the staff girls actually SNATCHED the regular metal silverware out of my hands and directed me to the counter for the disposable silverware - both girls were extremely curt and rude to all the cruise group patrons. We waited almost the entire tour time for our sandwiches and then we couldn't wait to get out of there. Such a shame and hopefully those girls don't work there every day so others can have a better experience because it really is a nice little museum and a great location near the coast.
First there is a separate menu for cruise groups - very limited - and we were only allowed to have disposable cutlery. One of the staff girls actually SNATCHED the regular metal silverware out of my hands and directed me to the counter for the disposable silverware - both girls were extremely curt and rude to all the cruise group patrons. We waited almost the entire tour time for our sandwiches and then we couldn't wait to get out of there. Such a shame and hopefully those girls don't work there every day so others can have a better experience because it really is a nice little museum and a great location near the coast.
Written 17 April 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Dan L
Bunbury, Australia8,538 contributions
Apr 2022
We had a very enjoyable and informative visit to the Centre which showcases local maritime history, maps, prints , models, ship's knots, etc. I found the information on the Griffiths Barometer very interesting, also the scale drawing of the Mersey Bluff Lighthouse. Very well curated and with informative signage.
Written 17 May 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hi Dan, Thank you for your review!
Written 28 July 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Steph618
England, UK179 contributions
Oct 2019
interesting museum. Small buts packs a lot in. Lots of rooms to wander around and the exhibits easy displayed to see.Different time periods in local history covered. Saw lots of families with young children enjoying the experience too. Children especially enjoying the ship. Staff where friendly and helpful. Would recommend a visit.
Written 9 February 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Hi Steph, Thank you so much for your review! We hope to see you again soon!
Written 10 February 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
KBofLB
Littleborough, UK555 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
This museum is based on an extension of the former harbourmaster's house. It has a wide range of exhibits and even a wheelhouse simulator. There are models of a number of ships, including the various ferries to the mainland which have been deployed over the years.
Parking is available adjacent to the museum, which can be easily combined with a visit to the Mersey Bluff lighthouse.
Parking is available adjacent to the museum, which can be easily combined with a visit to the Mersey Bluff lighthouse.
Written 6 March 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Cate
Auckland, New Zealand122 contributions
Nov 2022
In a great location in the ex-Harbour Master’s residence, and overlooking Bass Strait, this place is a maritime gem. We especially enjoyed the displays about the various ferries which have linked Tassie to the mainland, and the one about Tassie war heroes - including Sir John Collins and Teddy Sheean.
But there is so much other history as well. Highly recommended.
Afterwards we enjoyed a delicious coffee and food at the cafe next door.
But there is so much other history as well. Highly recommended.
Afterwards we enjoyed a delicious coffee and food at the cafe next door.
Written 7 February 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
LFD459
Devonport, Australia6 contributions
Dec 2015 • Business
A lovely setting with a large collection of photos and memorabilia. A cafe on site too makes for a nice visit.
Written 16 November 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for your comments we are glad you enjoyed the Centre.
Written 20 November 2016
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
jeancinmel
Devonport, Australia43 contributions
Aug 2016 • Friends
In a lovely area of Devonport, just a stones throw from river walks and the sea, the staff here are wonderful and knowledgeable on the history of Devonport . They are very willing to help in every way. A nice little coffee shop is attached. Make sure you visit the maritime section.
Written 18 October 2016
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Thank you for a fantastic review, we hope to see you again!
Written 20 October 2016
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
No questions have been asked about this experience
Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more.
Is this your Tripadvisor listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim your listing