Bass Strait Maritime Centre
- Museums + Galleries
$5Child
History, exploration + fun on Tasmania’s waterfront!
Set sail on an unforgettable family adventure at Devonport’s Bass Strait Maritime Centre, where history, exploration, and fun come together on Tasmania’s stunning waterfront. Perfect for curious kids and parents alike, the museum is housed in the charming 1920s Harbourmaster’s residence and brings the daring tales of the Bass Strait to life.
Explore intricate ship models, captivating local history, and the fascinating natural wonders of Bass Strait and its islands. From legendary shipwrecks to the lives of those who braved these waters, the exhibits offer a hands-on way to engage with Tasmania’s rich seafaring heritage.
The highlight for many families is the World Class Ship Simulator. Take control as captain, steering through the Mersey River and navigating the challenges of the iconic Bass Strait. It’s a thrilling and interactive way for kids and adults to immerse themselves in the adventure of life at sea.
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Café: Enjoy the best coffee in town, with a menu full of coastal flavors and in-house baked treats.
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- Opening Hours: Daily 10am to 3pm
- Accessibility: Actively welcomes people with access needs. Accept the Companion Card. Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request). Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met. Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations). Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia) . Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges. Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information). Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters). Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs). Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar. Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy). Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked. Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room. Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) . Have grab rails in the bathroom. Provide seating in common areas including reception area.
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