Hobart Tasmania.

Immersive, indulgent & unexpected

Hobart, the capital city of Tasmania, is a hub of culture, history, food, and natural beauty. Whatever your interests, you’ll find plenty to do in this unique and vibrant city.

With its captivating history, picturesque waterways, rugged mountains and gourmet experiences, Hobart truly does have something for everyone. Award-winning restaurants offer fine dining experiences using the best Tasmanian produce recognised by the world's best chefs, while on the waterfront punts and fishmongers sell the freshest seafood straight from the Southern Ocean.

It's easy to fall for the many charms of this quietly buzzing city that hits fever pitch at festival time.

Hobart Attractions

Mount Wellington

The 21-km drive to Mt Wellington’s summit crosses temperate rainforest, sub-alpine flora, and glacial rocks, ending with panoramic views of Hobart, Bruny Island, South Arm, and Tasman Peninsula. Just 20 minutes from Hobart, it's a beloved wilderness spot.
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA)

The Mona is Australia's largest private museum, housing a provocative collection from ancient Egyptian mummies to striking modern art. Called a "subversive adult Disneyland" by its owner, it features around 300 works across three floors in a unique underground building.
Salamanca Market

Set in Hobart’s historic Georgian sandstone buildings at Salamanca Place, Salamanca Market draws thousands every Saturday. Nearly 300 stallholders sell handmade Tasmanian crafts, fresh fruit, and organic vegetables, all accompanied by live music and buskers.
Port Arthur Historic Site

The Port Arthur Historic Site, a World Heritage convict site on the Tasman Peninsula, has 30+ buildings from 1830-1877. About 12,500 convicts were held here. Covering 40 hectares, it includes guided tours, a harbour cruise, museum, Convict Study Centre, Interpretation Gallery, and dockyard. Entry lasts two consecutive days.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

Established in 1818, the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens span 14 hectares, showcasing historic and native Tasmanian plants. They focus on conservation and host the world’s only Subantarctic Plant House. Explore Tasmania’s unique flora and enjoy a peaceful natural setting.
Cascade Brewery

The Cascade Brewery, Australia's oldest since 1832, in South Hobart at Kunanyi/Mt Wellington's foothills, showcases colonial architecture. Tours reveal brewing secrets. Enjoy beer and cider at the bar with views of the historic facade and Heritage-listed gardens.
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary offers close encounters with Tasmanian devils, wombats, bettongs, and wallabies. Perfect for animal lovers and kids, it also features a guided night tour with animal feeding.
Battery Point

Battery Point features 1830s colonial buildings, shops, cafés, and prime real estate. Highlights: St George’s Church and Arthur Circus cottages. Guided tours explore history and architecture. Dining ranges from upscale to casual pubs.
Truganini Track

The Truganini Track is a 2-hour uphill walk from Sandy Bay Road to Mount Nelson Signal Station, with views of Hobart. It follows Cartwright Creek, passes native plants, the Truganini Memorial, and offers free panoramic views of Storm Bay.
Tasman Peninsula

Don’t rush the 90-minute Hobart to Tasman Peninsula drive to Port Arthur. Stop to explore Eaglehawk Neck’s rock formations like Tessellated Pavement, Tasman Arch, and Blowhole, plus views of Pirates Bay. Enjoy a relaxed lunch and sparkling wine at Bangor Vineyard Shed.