Southern Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

You would be hard pressed to find a more pleasing and historic interior than that from the main ballroom of Hobart's 1866 Town Hall. It is amazing to think that as well as the Council Chambers (a function it still performs today), it also once held police cells, courthouse, and the foundation State Library of Tasmania. Undergoing many renovations throughout its long life, the interior of the ballroom is set off by the last addition, splendid chandeliers.
You would be hard pressed to find a more pleasing and historic interior than that from the main ballroom of Hobart's 1866 Town Hall. It is amazing to think that as well as the Council Chambers (a function it still performs today), it also once held police cells, courthouse, and the foundation State Library of Tasmania. Undergoing many renovations throughout its long life, the interior of the ballroom is set off by the last addition, splendid chandeliers.
Remote and peaceful up in the trees
Taken in 2004 in Tasmania. This is Bicheno Beach. 'The jewel of the Esast Coast'
Bruny Island in Tasmania, great for a weekend. This is taken from Truganini's lookout looking out over 'the neck', a narrow isthmus joining the two parts of the island. #weekend getaway #hiking

Where to stay in Southern

Nice beaches close to the city centre are hard to find - most are tiny or don't have much sand to enjoy. Howrah is about a 10-minute drive from Hobart city and you can bring the pooch. You'll get a lovely view of the city, river and Mount Wellington.

Howrah

Howrah is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Glebe Hill Nature Reserve and Howrah Beach.

Howrah
Five Mile Beach along side Pittwater in Hobart, Tasmania is not your usual beach. More a shallow lagoon that is mostly calm and therefore a great place for reflective photography. The water is so clear, shooting straight down you can clearly see all the wonderful marine life scurrying along the sand. ... wear gumboots if visiting here, they'll stop the crabs from biting your toes.

Seven Mile Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Seven Mile Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Seven Mile Beach or Royal Hobart.

Seven Mile Beach
Richmond

Richmond

Unique features of Richmond include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Richmond Arms Hotel or Pooley Wines while you're exploring the area.

Richmond
beautiful beach view at dusk in Kingston Beach in Southern Tasmania in winter

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
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North Hobart

North Hobart is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to North Hobart Oval and Train Park while you're in town.

North Hobart
New Norfolk

New Norfolk

New Norfolk is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anglican Church of St Matthew and Willow Court Asylum.

New Norfolk
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart

5 out of 5
12 MURRAY STREET Hobart TAS
The price is ₹16,274 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
₹16,274
₹17,901 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
Staff was so helpful in getting us acquainted with the room. Room had lots of amenities.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

4.5 out of 5
28 ELIZABETH STREET Hobart TAS
The price is ₹11,357 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
₹11,357
₹12,493 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (769 reviews)
The room was very clean, we were upgraded to a harbour view with a nice outlook. The staff were friendly and helpful, the breakfasts and dinner at the hotel restaurant, Tesoro, was excellent. Location was fantastic, near the piers, Salamanca, city, and ferry and bus services.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
ibis Styles Hobart

ibis Styles Hobart

4 out of 5
173 Macquarie Street Hobart TAS
The price is ₹7,563 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
₹7,563
₹8,319 total
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Nice and clean, the room was small... the staff were nice, but not all of them were helpful The hotel was good in general; breakfast was great, for the price, and the restaurant was also very good. Location was ok...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

ibis Styles Hobart
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The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Macquarie St Hobart TAS
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,334 reviews)
very clean room, helpful staff, it was great to have space to spread out in the 1-bed apartment.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
St Ives Apartments

St Ives Apartments

4 out of 5
67 St Georges Terrace Battery Point TAS
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,200 reviews)
Great location, had everything we needed for our stay. Laundry, library and recycling bins in the room were particularly appreciated

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

St Ives Apartments
Hobart City Apartments

Hobart City Apartments

4 out of 5
80 Elizabeth St Hobart TAS
Stay at this aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (250 reviews)
ALL good. We enjoyed it . Very good location for everything

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Hobart City Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Salamanca Market showing street scenes and markets

Salamanca Market

4.5/5(19 reviews)

During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Salamanca Market
Salamanca Place which includes street scenes and a city

Salamanca Place

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.

Salamanca Place
Constitution Dock featuring boating, a marina and a coastal town

Constitution Dock

4.5/5(18 reviews)

History seeps from the stones on Hobart’s waterfront, where colonial buildings are now galleries and where you can eat fresh seafood and watch a famous yacht race.

Constitution Dock
Mt. Wellington featuring general coastal views, a sunset and views

Mt. Wellington

5/5(17 reviews)

Majestic columns of rock rise to the peak of this often snow-capped mountain, providing a playground for nature lovers, and a stunning backdrop for Hobart.

Mt. Wellington
Mt. Field National Park

Mount Field National Park

A glorious mix of fern forests, alpine heathlands, pristine waterways and cascading waterfalls, all accessible via pretty pathways, await in this park not far from Hobart.

Mount Field National Park
Museum of Old and New Art showing interior views and modern architecture

Museum of Old and New Art

4/5(10 reviews)

Hobart’s remarkable Museum of Old and New Art has a surprising mix of thought-provoking installation art, modern paintings, sculptures and ancient artefacts.

Museum of Old and New Art

Cities near Southern

Tasmania showing a coastal town, tranquil scenes and general coastal views

Bicheno

Port Arthur Historic Site showing château or palace, building ruins and heritage architecture

Port Arthur

Eaglehawk Neck featuring a sunset, general coastal views and a sandy beach

Eaglehawk Neck

Swansea featuring landscape views, rugged coastline and general coastal views

Swansea

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