Kingston Information
Kingston is a town located on the outskirts of Hobart in Tasmania with a population of about 8,000 people. The area was first established in 1808 when Thomas Lucas came to from Norfolk Island and the township was officially recognised in 1851. Today Kingston is one of the fastest growing regions in Tasmania.
Many visitors and travellers to Kingston come from the nearby city of Hobart as it is located just 10 kilometre to the south of the city. Kingston provides the perfect quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life to enjoy some coastal relaxation.
For beach swimming the Kingston Beach foreshore is the hot spot. The Kingston Beach Surf Lifesaving Club regularly patrols the beach for your safety and enjoyment. Kingston Beach is also regularly abuzz with boating and sailing and if you are looking for the boat ramp it is located off Osborne Esplanade in Kingston.
A great attraction to see in Kingston is the Australia Antarctic Headquarters. The Headquarters feature photographs, models and exhibits in the museum about Antarctic activities. The museum is open business days from 8:30am until 5:00pm and anyone interested in Antarctica will find this place of extreme interest.
Golfing enthusiasts will also enjoy a round of golf at the Kingston Beach Golf Club. Known as one of Tasmania’s premier golf courses it features an 18-hole championship layout making use of the Browns River with great ocean views. The golf club also has excellent clubhouse facilities including a dining room and spike bar.
Other great nearby hotspots to see include Blackman’s Bay that features a small blowhole and nature lovers will enjoy the Johnson Memorial Park which is the perfect place for a picnic and has wonderful scenery overlooking the Browns River.
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