Hobart is a 1hr 15min flight from Melbourne and less than 2hr from Adelaide and Sydney in the state’s southeast.
Whether you’re into markets, mountains, or modern art, Hobart delivers. It's a vibrant city, yet the charming waterfront setting delivers an utter calmness to any getaway. And let’s not forget the clean air!
MONA (The Museum of Old and New Art)
Weird, wonderful, and wacky – did you even visit Hobart if you didn’t go to MONA? A poop room (yep, classified as art) with tubes on display that represent the gastroenterological journey in the body is just one of heaps of crazy exhibits to see. But, of course, there are so many other displays to experience if you’d prefer a more sweetly scented artful experience.
Wander the waterfront
Hobart is blessed with a stunning waterfront. With cobblestoned streets, historical buildings, restaurants, markets, and galleries spotted along the water’s edge, a stroll in these parts is essential.
Salamanca Markets
These iconic markets are held every Saturday with 200-plus stallholders representing artisans, designers, and producers. You’re bound to snap up a Tasmanian treasure or two.
Cascade Brewery
A visit to the oldest-operating brewery in Australia is a bucket-list experience for beer lovers. Sip in style in the heritage beer garden or embark on an educational brewery tour.
Battery Point
Undoubtedly, this is one of the cutest suburbs in Hobart, if not the country. The historical pocket is just a 10min stroll from the CBD and its quaint streets are dotted with cute cottages that ooze old-world charm. Hampden Rd is the main stretch for cafés and gift shops
Mt Wellington
Towering Kunanyi/Mt Wellington is an imposing backdrop to the city, and its summit reveals truly breathtaking views of the greater Hobart region. You can even spot Bruny Island from here.
Shot Tower
The 1870-built, near-60m-tall tower also showcases spectacular views from atop, just 10km south of Hobart. That does mean a climb of 300-plus steps, but it’s worth it.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Located on the fringes of the CBD, this is Australia’s second-oldest botanic gardens. The tranquil area is packed with interesting features, including a beautiful Japanese garden and the fascinating Sub Antarctic Plant House.
Cascades Female Factory Historic Site
Only ruins remain at this important heritage attraction, which is part of the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage property. But it breathes to life thanks to a dramatic theatre-style tour that gives visitors a tangible window into its past.
Coal River Valley Wine Region
The underrated area has a small but solid selection of mainly boutique wineries, easily reachable from the CBD. Within its surrounds is the charming heritage town of Richmond, home to Australia’s oldest bridge and various engrossing attractions.
Distance: 25km southeast of Hobart (Richmond).
Bruny Island
Beautiful Bruny has undeniable appeal, led by untouched beaches, a feast of local produce, and its iconic isthmus, known as The Neck, which houses various native wildlife. The island is reached via a 20min vehicular ferry ride from Kettering.
Distance: 30km south of Hobart (Kettering).
Tasman Peninsula
This peninsula is simply stunning. It mixes astounding scenery and natural attractions with a vivid past, best appreciated with a visit to renowned Port Arthur Historic Site. Blowholes, caves, and cloud-piercing sea stacks are among its many visual treats. An absolute must-visit area.
Distance: 90km southeast of Hobart (Port Arthur).
The Tasmanian tiger was last seen alive in Hobart. The last bit of known footage of the species, believed to be extinct, was at Hobart Zoo in 1921
Holidaying in Hobart? We’ve got your accom sorted.
BIG4 Hobart Airport Tourist Park
Park type: Classic.
BIG4 Hobart has a prime location. As the name suggests, it’s close to the airport: only 15min away, and the park offers free shuttle services to and from.
No matter what kind of traveller you are, the options for resting your head are plenty. Indulge in a comfortable two-bedroom self-contained cabin or enjoy the simple life on a powered site or an en-suite campervan and caravan site.
With all the amenities needed for a memorable holiday – adventure playground, basketball court, board games, café, indoor games, movie room, and more – don’t blame us if you have a sudden urge to extend your stay.
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