Franklin House - National Trust Tasmania

We throughly enjoyed the Franklin House tour, such knowledge of history and culture. We were immersed back in time. How exquisite to see the personal items of the generations who lived in Franklin House. The architecture of the house is such grandeur and classy. The wood and brick used, just fascinating. What a vision! The garden was amazing we felt like we were back in time. How they lived in comparison to modern time is definitely amazing. I highly recommend the house tour and experience the amazing history of the house. Very organised and educational tour. One of the best in Australia. The amazing volunteer, Julie, she is so passionate telling us the stories about the house and people who lived there. Grateful to the volunteer's dedication in sharing the knowledge and culture that made Australia today. The Franklin House tour is a must! Very enjoyable indeed. They also have scones, soups and sandwiches available to purchase. We definitely enjoyed the garden too, the trees are at least 200 years old. The iceberg white roses just stunning and classy.

Took my grandaughter there for a day out. We thoroughly enjoyed it. Annie the volunteer was very knowledgeable. The ladies working in the garden helped find the pails with the clues for the puzzle Thankyou for helping create these memories.

A delightful smaller property with wonderful garden with mature oaks and fruiting espaliered trees. Nice tearoom and interesting history of a more middle class property rather than a stately home

Attended a beautiful High Tea, and was seated at a table for 7 with friends, in a beautifully decorated, solitary room, surrounded by old artefacts, framed pictures and antiques. The High Tea was delicious, with ample servings and tea and coffee on offer, with both pots refilled, and hot chocolate available for the children upon request. The service was amazing, and great value at $30.00 per person. You're able to stroll around the gardens and look in the old rooms and stable at your leisure. Stunning setting and magnificent surrounds. Highly recommend this venue all round, will most certainly return. Ample easy parking, and a few toilets available which were fresh and clean. Thank you for a fabulous afternoon High Tea, 10/10 all round!!

Great place to visit. Ladies very informative with the history of this landmark. Enjoyed every moment, especially the Devonshire Tea. 👍🏻😉

Visited Franklin house and what a wonderful experience learning all the history of this beautiful home. The chap that was attending today gave us a wonderful overview of each room along either the gardens. This is definitely worth a visit.

Beautiful home! Thankyou to all the volunteers that work hard to keep this old home in tip-top condition. It's definitely worth the $15 entrance fee.

What a wonderful visit to Franklin House!this was made more memorable by a very knowledgeable volunteer who readily shared his oassion and knowledge of all things Franklin House. Congratulations to the Historic trust and the wonderful volunteers - you are doing an amazing job . Over’s recommend s visit to this beautiful place 🙂

This place is a convict-built home and garden from the 19th century, that was to "become one of the Colony's leading private schools". Boasting as the city's only house museum. "In 1960, it became the birthplace of the National Trust in Tasmania". This place is a rich treasure trove of Tasmanian history, with many items from the home owners daily lives on display. You get to walk through the many rooms and read over the plaques teaching about the ins and outs of life in the 1800s. Keep in mind that this place allows to you explore at your own pace with self-guided tours. While we were visiting we did manage to have a chat with one of the staff members while we looked through the kitchen. So don't be shy about asking questions. We spent well over an hour here. Shame it was raining otherwise we'd have spent more time in the garden. A great way to spend an afternoon for any history enthusiast. There is on site parking.