Cruise terminal → Burnie town center
Take the free shuttle bus from the port area to the town center. Pedestrian access to the port is restricted.
Cruise port in Australia
Burnie, Tasmania
Explore on foot directly from the pier. Average time in port: 8 hours. 16 places to explore.
- Ships calling here
- 4 ships
- Upcoming sailings
- 19 sailings
- Average time in port
- About 8 hours
- Lowest fare
- From USD 928
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After disembarking
Cruise ships dock at Berth no.7 Burnie port. Explore on foot directly from the pier.
- Where the ship docks
Cruise ships dock at Berth no.7 Burnie port.
- Getting into the city
The port is about 2 km from Burnie town center, and a free shuttle bus operates for passengers.
- Shuttle journey time
The free shuttle takes about 5–10 minutes from the port to the town center.
- Shuttle drop-off point
The free round-trip shuttle bus runs to the Makers' Workshop Visitor Information Centre.
About 8 hours in port: where can you go?
Time available at the destination after subtracting return travel.
Time at destination
Calculated from the average time in port. Return deadlines vary by sailing; check the daily programme on board.
Between the terminal, city and airport
Travel between the terminal, city center, railway station and airport.
Cruise terminal → Makers' Workshop Visitor Information Centre
Use the free port shuttle bus, which runs in both directions. The shuttle stops at the Makers' Workshop Visitor Information Centre.
Burnie places to explore
Explore 16 checked places. Select a pin to see its card, or choose View on map from a card.
Burnie Park
A city park with walking paths and green space. A pleasant place to take a short break while sightseeing in town.
- Visit
- about 30 min
- Admission
- Free
Little Penguin Observation Centre
A place to observe little penguins along the coast. Whether you see wildlife may depend on the timing and circumstances of your visit.
- Visit
- about 45 min
- Admission
- Free
Follow on-site guidance and viewing rules when observing wildlife.
Fern Glade Platypus Reserve
A nature reserve known as a platypus habitat. Enjoy a quiet walk while taking in the natural surroundings.
- Visit
- about 1 hr
- Admission
- Free
Wildlife may not be visible, so sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Burnie Regional Museum
A museum where you can explore the local history and way of life in Burnie. It is an easy way to add a bit of history to a day in town.
- Visit
- about 1 hr
- Admission
- Free
Burnie Regional Gallery
A regional art gallery on Wilmot Street. Visit to experience art and exhibitions in Burnie.
- Visit
- about 45 min
- Admission
- Free
Check current exhibitions and opening hours before your visit.
Little Penguin Lookout - Burnie Boardwalk
A little penguin viewing spot on the Burnie Boardwalk. You can visit it as part of a walk along the coast.
- Visit
- about 20 min
- Admission
- Free
Whether penguins can be seen may depend on the timing and circumstances of your visit.
Cruises calling at Burnie, Tasmania
19 sailings are grouped into 15 cruises by ship and route.
Holland America LineSailing 2026.12Oceania cruises · 28 nights · Long cruise
28-Day South Australia & New Zealand Holiday
Sydney, New South Wales → Auckland
Per person, double occupancyCheck with the booking provider
Holland America LineSailing 2026.12Oceania cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
14-Day South Australia Discovery Holiday
Sydney, New South Wales departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyCheck with the booking provider
Norwegian Cruise LineBook now
Sailing 2027.01Oceania cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Australia: Melbourne, Adelaide & Tasmania Round-Trip Sydney
Sydney, New South Wales departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 928
Regent Seven Seas CruisesSailing 2027.01Oceania cruises · 14 nights · Long cruise
Vintners & Artisans Of The Pacific
Auckland → Sydney, New South Wales
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 17,599
Norwegian Cruise LineBook now
Sailing 2027.01Oceania cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Australia: Melbourne, Adelaide & Tasmania
Sydney, New South Wales → Auckland
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 1,283
Norwegian Cruise Line3 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2027.02Oceania cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Australia & New Zealand: Auckland & Melbourne
Auckland → Sydney, New South Wales
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,122
Norwegian Cruise LineBook now
Sailing 2027.03Oceania cruises · 12 nights · Long cruise
Australia & New Zealand: Dusky Sound & Melbourne
Auckland → Sydney, New South Wales
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 1,029
Norwegian Cruise Line3 departure datesBook now
Sailing 2027.04 ~ 2028.04Oceania cruises · 11 nights · Long cruise
Australia & New Zealand: Dusky Sound & Melbourne
Auckland → Sydney, New South Wales
Lowest departure fareFrom USD 1,423
Holland America LineBook now
Sailing 2027.12Oceania cruises · 30 nights · Long cruise
30-Day New Zealand & South Australia Discovery Collector
Auckland → Sydney, New South Wales
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 6,834
Norwegian Cruise LineBook now
Sailing 2027.12Oceania cruises · 8 nights · Mid-length cruise
Australia: Melbourne & Burnie
Sydney, New South Wales departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 1,635
Holland America LineBook now
Sailing 2027.12Oceania cruises · 16 nights · Long cruise
16-Day South Australia Discovery Holiday
Sydney, New South Wales departure · round trip
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 4,069
Holland America LineBook now
Sailing 2027.12Oceania cruises · 42 nights · Long cruise
42-Day Australia Holiday: Coral Sea & Fiji
Sydney, New South Wales → Auckland
Per person, double occupancyFrom USD 10,664
15 cruises call at this port.
Ships calling at Burnie, Tasmania
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Norwegian Cruise Line · 13 sailings
Norwegian Spirit
18 cabin types · 12 dining venues · 30 entertainment options · 10 decks
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Holland America Line · 3 sailings
Westerdam
9 cabin types · 7 dining venues · 18 entertainment options · 11 decks
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Holland America Line · 2 sailings
Noordam
9 cabin types · 6 dining venues · 18 entertainment options · 11 decks
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Regent Seven Seas Cruises · 1 sailings
Seven Seas Explorer
10 cabin types · 10 dining venues · 41 entertainment options · 10 decks
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About Burnie, Tasmania
Burnie overlooks Emu Bay, on the north-west coast. This proudly industrial city is Australia’s fifth largest container port and a vibrant place to visit. Burnie was once surrounded by dense rainforest, but this has slowly disappeared, while fortunes were made felling and milling timber. The paper and pulp mill on the city’s outskirts operated from 1938 to 1998. Burnie was first explored by Bass and Flinders and was known as Emu Bay when it was settled by the Van Diemen’s Land Company in 1827. Today, Burnie has a population of almost 19,000. Burnie experiences temperate conditions, with an average maximum of 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Celsius) in January and 56.5 degrees Fahrenheit (13.5) degrees Celsius in June.
Cruise lines calling here: 3 places
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