Howden Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Salamanca Place
Discover Hobart’s artistic and creative energy in this trendy former warehousing district.
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Wrest Point Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
Museum of Old and New Art
Hobart’s remarkable Museum of Old and New Art has a surprising mix of thought-provoking installation art, modern paintings, sculptures and ancient artefacts.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Walk amidst unusual plants, through inspiring gardens and experience a subantarctic island.
Activities
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Gin & Whisky Tasting
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse
Full-Day Port Arthur Historic Site Tour and Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Howden Hotel Deals
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
"The hotel is in an amazing position very clean and beautiful"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
"Very well maintained place with extremely helpful and responsive staff. Pool , gym and sauna well all fantastic! Perfect stay!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
"Yes"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Wrest Point
"Beautiful place to stay! An oasis of food, fun and good times! Clean and tidy. Everything we could need was provided. Friendly staff, and very helpful too"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
"Great room but very noisy. Was just above service area and adjacent to Macquarie Street…could do with some double glazing."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
"I have stayed here a few times as I them to be accommodating, when I wanted to upgrade at the last minute. The cleanest hotel i have stayed at in Hobart. Friendly face service and parking available. I know what I am getting every time 5 star rating"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Howden
Blackmans Bay
If you're spending some time in Blackmans Bay, Blackmans Bay Beach and Peter Murrell Nature Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Kingston Beach
If you're spending some time in Kingston Beach, Kingston Beach and Boronia Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Kingston
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kingston. You might want to make time for a stop at Kingborough Sports Centre or Tas Laser Skirmish.
Sandy Bay
The ample dining options and casino gaming 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.
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascade Brewery and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.
Battery Point
Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.
