Kingston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Salamanca Place
Discover Hobart’s artistic and creative energy in this trendy former warehousing district.
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
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse
Our pick of the best Kingston Hotel Deals
Kingston Hotel
All good - but the bed was a little firm for my linking.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Top notch hotel in an excellent location. No need to say more.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Parking is available but a bit expensive.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Nice rooms and facilities
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
The whole experience was smooth and staff were genuine and professionally helpful. Helen on the front desk was a legend. 😊
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Limited breakfast menu. Room not what’s expected.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kingston
Kingston Beach
If you're spending some time in Kingston Beach, Kingston Beach and Boronia Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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 Wellington Park.
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.
Hobart Central Business District
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Playhouse Theatre or Parliament House while you're exploring the area.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of West Hobart. Make a stop by Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
