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Devonport is a major Tasmanian city situated on the banks of the Mersey River on Tasmania's North Coast. Home port to Spirits of Tasmania I and II, this vibrant, tourist-orientated seaport city welcomes thousands of visitors to Tasmania each year.

Devonport encourages its visitors to linger a while to fully savour all the city and its surrounds have to offer. Accomodation is offered in quality hotels and motels, charming B&B's and well-appointed cabin parks.

A shopper's city; to browse in the unique and speciality shops. Eating out is popular too! Food served fresh srom paddock to plate - all presented in a variety of cuisines - Italian, Indian, Mexican to name just a few.

Or just sit and watch the working port with its ships, tugs and little river ferry, making sure not to miss the spectacular sight of the Spirit of Tasmania as she leaves port each night.

Hear the stories of past accomplishments and take a step back in time at the Don River Railway, the Maritime Museum, Home Hill and Tiagarra Aboriginal Cultural Center all within a short drive of the City center.

Devonport has a number of attractions to suit the whole family; be amazed at the Imaginarium Science Discovery Center; see contemporary Australian art at the Regional Art Gallery; serch for bargains at Australian Weaving Mills Factory Outlet; challenge yourself to make par at mini golf; or find yourself in another place as you see specimens of trees and sheubs from all over the world growing at the Tasmanian Arboretum.

Devonport is a great place to make your base to discover the delights of Tasmania'2 North West. Lunch at the chocolate factory, explore a National Park and serch for antiques.

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