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

The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Battery Point. A stop by St. George's Anglican Church or Narryna Heritage Museum might round out your trip.

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
Richmond

Richmond

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

Richmond
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Kingston

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kingston. You might want to make time for a stop at Kingborough Sports Centre or Denison Street Reserve.

Kingston
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart

Doubletree By Hilton Hobart

4 out of 5
179 Macquarie St, Hobart, TAS
The price is ₹8,660 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
₹8,660
₹8,660 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
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! (279 reviews)
"The property was close to everything we needed to visit. Good amenities. Great staff. Madhu in particular was very helpful and professional."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 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 ₹8,765 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
₹8,765
₹9,641 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Property was in a perfect location. Lovely view from the window in our room. Room was well equipped with all we needed. Staff very friendly and helpful. We think it was a little cold in the atrium as it is all glass. Maybe a couple of gas fires would have been nice."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

4.5 out of 5
28 ELIZABETH STREET, Hobart, TAS
The price is ₹7,468 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
₹7,468
₹8,215 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
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! (679 reviews)
"I loved that it was located in the middle of everything that you could go and see. Perfect location for shopping and walking to the wharf."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 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.
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! (3,250 reviews)
"Very comfortable hotel. We had a washer and drier in our room, great when you’re travelling. Excellent restaurant. The staff are very pleasant and helpful."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
Salamanca Inn

Salamanca Inn

4.5 out of 5
10 Gladstone Street, Hobart, Battery Point, TAS
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,439 reviews)
"Great family friendly property! We’ve stayed here so many times and will keep on returning!"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Salamanca Inn
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! (1,077 reviews)
"Friendly staff, easy walk to markets and Salamanca precinct, wharf etc!"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

St Ives Apartments
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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