Point of interest
Shot Tower
22 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Richard
November 21, 2019
Today, it rates among Tasmania's top visitor attractions, but its original function was industrial, turning a hazardous mix of hot lead, arsenic and antimony into ammunition. The Shot Tower, 11 kilometres south of Hobart in Taroona, furnishes a rare window into manufacturing history and at the same time rewards visitors with remarkable views at the top of over 300 wooden steps. It is at 318 Channel Highway, just south of Taroona and is open daily from 9am.
Today, it rates among Tasmania's top visitor attractions, but its original function was industrial, turning a hazardous mix of hot lead, arsenic and antimony into ammunition. The Shot Tower, 11 kilometres south of Hobart in Taroona, furnishes a rare window into manufacturing history and at the same…
Janina
May 2, 2019
A ten minute drive toward Taroona with views of the Derwent whatever the weather. Climb the circular shot tower, admire the views and enjoy a devonshire tea.
Nel
April 3, 2016
A one km walk from Taroona Beachside. Joseph Moir's Shot Tower is Taroona's most distinctive and important landmark, and one of Tasmania's most historical industrial buildings. It has National Trust classification A and is open to the public. The visitor enters at level 4 above the ground and must climb 318 wooden steps to reach the open gallery at the top which gives 360 degree views across Storm Bay, South Arm and surrounding countryside. Stop for a Devonshire Tea with fresh scones.
A one km walk from Taroona Beachside. Joseph Moir's Shot Tower is Taroona's most distinctive and important landmark, and one of Tasmania's most historical industrial buildings. It has National Trust classification A and is open to the public. The visitor enters at level 4 above the ground and must…
Oliver & Bronnie
June 1, 2014
Count the steps as you climb to the top
Sorrel
February 7, 2013
Australia's first shot tower! There is a great view from the top, a gift shop and cafe that serves good scones :)
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318 Channel Hwy
Taroona, TAS