Discover Nubeena

Nubeena combines a historical connection to the convict era with its present-day role as the district’s administrative and service centre. The town sits above picturesque Parsons Bay. There are several specific points of interest to consider when planning your trip: local history, events celebrating produce and community, and Nubeena Cafe and the skatepark in Judd Park. If you’re looking for a hotel, you could first consider which of these aspects will shape your stay, then choose Nubeena as your search destination.

History and character of the town

During the convict era, Nubeena was known as Wedge Bay; a probation station operated here from 1843 to 1846. Another historical trace dates to the time when the Tasman Peninsula was opened for settlement: Nubeena was surveyed then. The name Nubeena is a local term for crayfish. These details tell different stories—the former name and probation station place the town in the convict era, while the survey and the meaning of its name add more local history. Today, Nubeena is the district’s administrative and service centre. Its history and present-day role therefore sit side by side.

Events in Nubeena

The Tasman Feast is held every year at the Nubeena Recreation Ground at 21 Clarke Street and showcases local produce. Its annual return gives you a specific point of reference for planning your dates; before booking, check whether the feast falls within your travel dates.

The planned Nubeena Bee Festival is community-led and is being planned and coordinated by volunteers together with the Tasman Peninsula Rotary Club. Its concept combines celebrations with educational activities about the important role bees play in the ecosystem and the significance of honey in everyday life. The Bee Festival therefore focuses on bees, honey and sharing knowledge, while the Tasman Feast showcases local produce. Nubeena’s Civic Grounds are also used for festivals celebrating food, crafts and music.

Food and local amenities

The menu at Nubeena Cafe includes café-style meals, burgers, gourmet toasted sandwiches, and homemade baked slices and desserts made daily. As menus can change, it’s worth checking the current selection before your visit. The café sources its coffee beans from South Roast, a local Tasman Peninsula business; supply information may change.

There is a skatepark in Judd Park. If you’re planning a visit specifically to use it, we recommend checking the facility’s current condition beforehand. Along with the events and café, it’s another specific local point of interest to consider when planning your trip.

Getting there and choosing a hotel

Nubeena is 102 kilometres southeast of Hobart; the typical drive takes 90 minutes. Traffic and road conditions can affect the actual journey time. You can factor this travel guidance into your choice of destination alongside the local attractions: history, the annual Tasman Feast, or the community-planned festival and educational event each offer a different focus.

Discover more destinations: Stanley, Ringarooma, Poatina, Bicheno, Upper Blessington, Hobart, Dover, Glaziers Bay.

For the broader travel guide: Tasmania.