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Shot Tower, Taroona

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Stand on top of the 48 m (157 ft) high circular Shot Tower to enjoy 360-degree views of the Derwent Estuary. Climb the timber staircase with over 300 steps to the gallery on top. Shot manufacturer and mason Joseph James Moir built this 19th-century sandstone structure. Upon your descent, try the cream tea in the cozy tearoom. Use our Taroona trip planner to visit Shot Tower on your trip to Taroona, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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  • Great place to visit on your way down to the Houn Valley. Stone work in amazing. We didn’t take a tour however the gift store was cute to browse around. 
    Great place to visit on your way down to the Houn Valley. Stone work in amazing. We didn’t take a tour however the gift store was cute to browse around.  more »
  • Interesting place! I did not know anything about making shots, so was interesting to see. I enjoyed the walk up and the views, but possibly not for those who don’t like heights or rickety stairs! 
    Interesting place! I did not know anything about making shots, so was interesting to see. I enjoyed the walk up and the views, but possibly not for those who don’t like heights or rickety stairs!  more »

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