Mount Nelson Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Hobart, 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 casinos and lively bars 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.
Franklin Wharf
You can take time to visit Franklin Wharf during your travels to Hobart. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities
Mt Wellington Ultimate Experience Tour from Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Full-Day Waterfalls, Wilderness & Wildlife Hobart Tour
Hobart: Shore Excursion, Sights Wildlife Sanctuary and Lunch
Hobart History, People & Places - 2 hour city walk
Our pick of the best Mount Nelson Hotel Deals
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
ibis Styles Hobart
Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mount Nelson
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.
Battery Point
The ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Battery Point. A stop by St. George's Anglican Church or Narryna Heritage Museum 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.
Sullivan's Cove
Sullivan's Cove is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Hobart.
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 Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall 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.
- Mount Nelson Lookout
- Salamanca Market
- Salamanca Place
- Wrest Point Casino
- Constitution Dock
- Hobart Cruise Terminal
- Museum of Old and New Art
- Mt. Wellington
- Franklin Wharf
- Brooke Street Pier
- University of Tasmania
- Cascade Brewery
- Theatre Royal
- Bruny Island Ferry - Kettering Ferry Terminal
- MyState Bank Arena
- Mona Ferry Terminal
- Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
- Frogmore Creek
- Blundstone Arena
- Kingborough Sports Centre
- Franklin Square
- Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
- Coal Valley Vineyard
- Zoodoo Zoo
- Richmond Arms Hotel