# Richmond Bridge

> Built by convicts from 1823, this sandstone arch is the oldest bridge in Australia still in use.

Source: https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-richmond-bridge/

Built by convicts from 1823, this sandstone arch is the oldest bridge in Australia still in use. Walk down to the grassy bank beside the Coal River for the classic view in the village of Richmond.

- **Nearest town:** Richmond, Tasmania
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** -42.7345, 147.4400

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

## Featured in these trip guides

- [Hobart and the Tasman Peninsula](https://camping-spirit.com/guides/au-tas-hobart-tasman-peninsula/)

## Nearby

- [Richmond Gaol](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-richmond-gaol/) – 0 km
- [Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-royal-tasmanian-botanical-gardens/) – 17 km
- [MONA (Museum of Old and New Art)](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-mona/) – 18 km
- [Constitution Dock](https://camping-spirit.com/places/au-constitution-dock/) – 19 km

## FAQs

### Where is Richmond Bridge?

Richmond Bridge is in Richmond, Tasmania, at GPS -42.7345, 147.4400.

### Which road trips pass Richmond Bridge?

Richmond Bridge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Hobart and the Tasman Peninsula.

### What is there to see near Richmond Bridge?

Places worth a stop nearby: Richmond Gaol (0 km), Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens (17 km), MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) (18 km) and Constitution Dock (19 km).

### When is the best time to visit Richmond Bridge?

The most pleasant months are usually November–March. Still fine, with some compromises, in April–May and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)