Hobart

Travel Guide

Sandy Bay
Hobart which includes a marina
Hobart showing signage and heritage elements
Mt. Wellington which includes views, a sunset and general coastal views
Hobart featuring food

Hobart Travel Guide Video

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 theaters.

Gone are the days of meager 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 theater community, with two historic theaters 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 showing night scenes, street scenes and a city

Hobart Central Business District

4.5/5(194 area reviews)

Surrounded by metropolitan Hobart, this historic area boasts cultural institutions like the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. Explore shopping centers such as Centrepoint, and stroll through parks like Franklin Square.

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

Battery Point

Prestigious suburb featuring extravagant homes, Battery Point boasts the charming Arthur Circus with its cottages. Easily accessible via Hampden Road, it offers a sheltered lifestyle.

Battery Point
Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay

The abundant dining options and casinos 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 showing interior views and art as well as an individual male

Sullivan's Cove

A noteworthy feature of Sullivan's Cove is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf.

Sullivan's Cove
Richmond

Richmond

Preserved as a vibrant tourist town, present-day Richmond boasts Georgian-style sandstone structures. Must-visit attractions include Richmond Bridge, Richmond Gaol, and Zoodoo Wildlife Park.

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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 ¥14,974 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
¥14,974
¥14,974 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
"Great stay as always. A little disappointed in our room. Felt a little small given we paid for a deluxe. Also first time we've not been able to park onsite. Had to leave our car on the street overnight. Will certainly be back though."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
4.5 out of 5
28 ELIZABETH STREET, Hobart, TAS
The price is ¥13,604 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
¥13,604
¥14,964 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (668 reviews)
"Great family hotel, spacious rooms, good central location and very helpful and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
4.5 out of 5
1 Davey St, Hobart, TAS
The price is ¥15,413 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
¥15,413
¥16,954 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Overall great stay"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Hotel Grand Chancellor 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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,247 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 Jul 2, 2025

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 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,068 reviews)
"Although there is a dishwasher, it's not in the room. My friend said it's in the laundry room. The geographical location is very good."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

St Ives Apartments
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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,436 reviews)
"Brilliant place to stay! Apartment was spotlessly clean, well equiped and location to the markets, restaurants and Winter feast (Dark MOFO) was perfect. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for a stay in Hobart. Staff were also lovely!"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Salamanca Inn
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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