Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Smithton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Smithton

With a population of 4,202, Smithton is a must-see destination in Tasmania, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Smithton to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Smithton

Smithton in December
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Smithton in December
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Smithton in January, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Smithton, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Smithton

Plane

Although Smithton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Burnie Wynyard (BWT), which is located 54 km from Smithton. The shortest domestic flight to Smithton departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Smithton is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 290 km from Smithton. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and Alamo, among others, in Hobart.

Plane

Although Smithton doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Burnie Wynyard (BWT), which is located 54 km from Smithton. The shortest domestic flight to Smithton departs from Melbourne and takes around 1h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Smithton is to pick up a car hire from Hobart, which is about 290 km from Smithton. You’ll find branches of YesDrive Car Rental and Alamo, among others, in Hobart.

Airports near Smithton

KNSKing Island
DPODevonport
BWTBurnie Wynyard

Airlines serving Smithton

Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (471 reviews)
Rex
Excellent (27 reviews)
Sharp Airlines

Where to stay in popular areas of Smithton

Most booked hotels in Smithton

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Hanlon Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$170+
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Stanley Hotel & Apartments
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$134+
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Big4 Tassie Getaway Park Stanley
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$145+
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Stanley Village Waterfront Accommodation
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$145+
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Stanley Seaview Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$125+
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Touchwood Cottages
0 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$156+
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Hiring a car in Smithton

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Smithton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Smithton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49.

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