Southern
Travel Guide
Visit Southern
Where to stay in Southern
Howrah
Howrah is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Little Howrah Beach and Howrah Beach.
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.
North Hobart
Indulge in diverse cuisine on Elizabeth Street, catch Australian rules football at North Hobart Oval, or watch independent films at State Cinema. Admire the historic North Hobart Post Office while strolling along the tree-lined street.
New Norfolk
New Norfolk is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Willow Court Asylum and Rosedown Gardens.
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.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping, and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy about West Hobart. Check out Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the area.
Wrest Point
The reception staff were great and very friendly. The room was clean, comfortable and tastefully decorated.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Great service at reception. Very professional and helpful
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Vibe Hotel Hobart
Absolutely fabulous hotel ! Friendly staff , excellent food , Cozy lobby, great heated swimming pool , clean and comfortable room.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
St Ives Apartments
Excellent value for money. Will stay again.
Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
Clean & comfortable room, nice meal at restaurant, close to waterfront.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Salamanca Wharf Hotel
Staff clean room
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Popular places to visit
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Hobart, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Salamanca Place
Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.
Constitution Dock
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.
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.
Franklin Wharf
You can take time to visit Franklin Wharf during your travels to Hobart. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Port Arthur Historic Site
Step back into Tasmania’s past as a penal colony and learn about the lives of convicts who were sent to one of the harshest settlements in the British Empire.
Things to do
Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Gin Distillery Tasting House In New Norfolk, Tasmania
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting & Lunch
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Gin & Whisky Tasting
Hobart City Flight Including Mt Wellington and Derwent River
- Salamanca Place
- Freycinet National Park
- Mount Field National Park
- Port Arthur Historic Site
- Mt. Wellington
- Museum of Old and New Art
- Cascade Brewery
- Hastings Caves and Thermal Springs
- Maria Island National Park
- Bruny Island Ferry - Kettering Ferry Terminal
- Bicheno Blowhole
- Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- Theatre Royal
