Things to do in Tasmanian Waterfront

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Parliament House featuring a garden, signage and fall colors
Tasmanian Waterfront
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Port Arthur full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise

Port Arthur full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise

Activity duration is 8 hours and 45 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥17,803 per adult
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Port Arthur full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise

Port Arthur full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise

Activity duration is 8 hours and 45 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 13 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥17,803 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Hobart: Bruny Island Adventure: Hike, Highlights & Tastes

Hobart: Bruny Island Adventure: Hike, Highlights & Tastes

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥17,279 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip

Cradle Mountain OMG! Hobart to Cradle Active Day Trip

Activity duration is 15 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥27,227 per adult
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Water activities

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From Hobart/Adventure Bay: Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

From Hobart/Adventure Bay: Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥18,850 per adult
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What to do in Tasmanian Waterfront

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Salamanca Market showing street scenes and markets

Salamanca Market

4.5/5(101 reviews)

During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, 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 Market
Salamanca Place showing street scenes and a city

Salamanca Place

4.5/5(67 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
Note the hanging 'tinnies' on this quaint makeshift jetty just three minutes walk from the lavish Wrest Point casino. Who needs architectural design when "she'll be right" more than does the trick?

Wrest Point Casino

4/5(1 review)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Check out the casinos and lively bars in this walkable area.

Wrest Point Casino
Constitution Dock showing boating, a marina and a coastal town

Constitution Dock

4.5/5(36 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
This ship departs on weekends for a three hour cruise.

Franklin Wharf

4/5(34 reviews)

You can take time to visit Franklin Wharf during your travels to Tasmanian Waterfront. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Franklin Wharf
Museum of Old and New Art which includes interior views and modern architecture

Museum of Old and New Art

4.5/5(68 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
Cascade Brewery showing a garden

Cascade Brewery

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Step back into the past at the oldest brewery in Australia, a striking Gothic building near Hobart, and try some of the best beers in the country.

Cascade Brewery
Hobart Town Hall featuring heritage architecture, night scenes and an administrative buidling

Hobart Town Hall

4/5(5 reviews)

After visiting Hobart Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tasmanian Waterfront. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Hobart Town Hall
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens showing a pond, a park and a bridge

Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(31 reviews)

See rare and ancient plants, edible landscapes and exotic specimens at one of Australia's oldest public gardens.

Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Popular day trips from Tasmanian Waterfront

Sandy Bay

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Frequently asked questions

Is Tasmanian Waterfront worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to experience the cultural hotspots and local charm or sample unique foods and explore the outdoors, there are many things to do in Tasmanian Waterfront.
How do I spend a day in Tasmanian Waterfront?
Once you've visited key attractions like Franklin Wharf, spend some time experiencing the retail and dining scene in Tasmanian Waterfront.
What is the top tourist attraction in Tasmanian Waterfront?
Spend a day at Lark Distillery and experience why it's rated as the top tourist attraction near Tasmanian Waterfront.
Is three days enough to stay in Tasmanian Waterfront?
Three days in Tasmanian Waterfront is enough time to discover the nearby attractions. A traveler favorite is Lark Distillery and St. David's Cathedral, so why not visit them while you're in the area?
Is Tasmanian Waterfront a walkable neighborhood?
Getting around Tasmanian Waterfront on foot is a breeze, with top attractions like Lark Distillery and St. David's Cathedral just a short walk away. Well-known neighborhoods like Hobart Central Business District and Sullivan's Cove are also located only 0.64 kilometers and 0.16 kilometers from the center of Tasmanian Waterfront, so you can see and do more — no car needed.
What are some activities to do in Tasmanian Waterfront with kids?
If you're looking for activities and attractions for all of your group, check out these great ideas for what to do in Tasmanian Waterfront with kids.

What to do in Tasmanian Waterfront for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or fan of Mother Nature, there are plenty of things to do in Tasmanian Waterfront for adults including Lark Distillery.
Are there free things to do in Tasmanian Waterfront?
You won't have to hunt high and low for free things to do in Tasmanian Waterfront. Just ask a local tour guide and they'll tell you about places you can experience at no cost. One free option for your trip is St. David's Cathedral.