Hobart Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hobart
Hobart featuring a marina
Hobart featuring heritage elements and signage
Mt. Wellington featuring general coastal views, a sunset and views
Hobart showing food
Once an infamous penal colony, this waterfront city is now Tasmania's cultural hub, drawing foodies and nature lovers from all over the world.

Tasmania’s capital city is steeped in history. Settled by the British in 1804, Hobart was mostly populated by convicts and soldiers. Gradually the town developed on the backs of the whaling and boat building industries. The city’s Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian architecture, sandstone warehouses and Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, which date back to 1818, are a legacy of the wealth these industries generated.

Downtown Hobart is based around the original settlement site at Sullivan’s Cove on the Derwent River, and is easy to navigate by bus or bike, or on foot. On a Saturday, catch the free HobartHopper shuttle bus from the city centre and head to the markets at Salamanca Place. Drawing tens of thousands of people, these markets offer fashion, crafts, art, gourmet food and locally grown produce. Salamanca Place is also an arts hub, so on any day of the week there’s always something to see and do in its galleries and theatres.

Gone are the days of meagre convict rations Hobart today offers some of the most innovative cuisine in the country and the quality of its local produce, beer and wine is prized throughout Australia and the Asia Pacific.

The city also has a thriving theatre community, with two historic theatres running seasons of plays, opera, live music and cabaret. Tour the Theatre Royal and learn about those who have graced its stage, from Laurence Olivier to Hugo Weaving.

Spend a day exploring history on the waterfront in the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery where the living culture of Tasmania’s indigenous people comes alive through artifacts, stories and displays. Learn about the tragic conflicts between these people and the early settlers, and the lives of indigenous people in Tasmania since then.

Board a vintage ferry and cruise down the incredibly scenic Derwent River. Learn more about city’s connection to the water at the Maritime Museum of Tasmania. You can also get a ferry to the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), renowned internationally for its provocative and imaginative displays.

Discover Hobart’s natural side at Mount Wellington where there are hiking and biking trails, and incredible views over Hobart and the water. Outside Hobart there are other walking tracks following the coastline and river, offering great spots from which to watch the sun go down.

Where to stay in Hobart

Salamanca Place which includes street scenes, night scenes and a city

Hobart Central Business District

4.5/5(57 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.

Hobart Central Business District
Battery Point featuring a house and street scenes

Battery Point

Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.

Battery Point
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Sandy Bay

The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Sandy Bay. A stop by Wrest Point Casino or Long Beach might round out your trip.

Sandy Bay
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery which includes art and interior views as well as an individual male

Sullivan's Cove

Sullivan's Cove is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Hobart.

Sullivan's Cove
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Howrah

Howrah is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Little Howrah Beach and Howrah Beach.

Howrah
Richmond

Richmond

Unique features of Richmond include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Old Hobart Town Model Village or Old Post Office while you're exploring the area.

Richmond
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart

Doubletree By Hilton Hobart

4 out of 5
179 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS
The price is ₹10,890 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹10,890
₹10,890 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (333 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay, the hotel was close to the city centre and the the room was really nice and clean. Unfortunately the car park was full when we arrived so were unable to park at the hotel, but thankfully there is quite a bit of parking available nearby, that actually worked out cheaper."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart

Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart

4.5 out of 5
1 Davey St, Hobart, TAS
The price is ₹9,004 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹9,004
₹9,962 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Location, facilities and room was fantastic."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

4.5 out of 5
28 ELIZABETH STREET, Hobart, TAS
The price is ₹8,776 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
₹8,776
₹9,654 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (702 reviews)
Good location
"Easy, convenient location in a clean room. “City view room” was on the third floor and you couldn’t really see the city."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
St Ives Apartments

St Ives Apartments

4 out of 5
67 St Georges Terrace, Battery Point, TAS
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,115 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and clean. The best part was that shopping and dining was nice and local."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

St Ives Apartments
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,285 reviews)
Nice, as well as Jam Packed
"The stay was wonderful for one night as we were going to another destination. The only miscommunication was the time of the restaurant closing. My partner read closing for breakfast was 10:30 and when we got there we were told it was closing at 10:00. Ended up being fine because we ate at a place ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
Quest Savoy

Quest Savoy

4 out of 5
38 Elizabeth St, Hobart, TAS
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a business centre and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (720 reviews)
"Spa bath in the king room is amazing and clean! Beds are comfortable. Receptions staff were lovely !"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Quest Savoy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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