South Hobart Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Hobart
Popular places to visit
Cascade Brewery
Step back into the past at the oldest brewery in Australia, a striking Gothic building near Hobart, and try some of the best beers in the country.
Cascades Female Factory Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Cascades Female Factory Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Hobart. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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 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.
Activities
Wineglass Bay & Freycinet NP Full Day Tour from Hobart via Richmond Village
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Our pick of the best South Hobart Hotel Deals
Islington Hotel
Beautiful hotel. Great lunch. Excellent service.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Great location. Rooms clean. Standard hotel. Gym is adequate. Loved having a sauna and pool. Perfect for a one night stay before heading home.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Wrest Point
Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Would have liked options other than the full breakfast in the dining room. Not everyone wants to pay for a full breakfast when we only want toast or cereal .
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Staff were excellent, from reception to cleaners all were very friendly and made our stay so enjoyable. The rooms are lovely and the location is right in town, short walk to the Salamanca Market. And the pool and sauna were very clean and lovely. We will be back next time we are in Hobart.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Vibe Hotel Hobart
Great place to stay. Very quiet, comfortable and central.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Amazing amenities wonderful staff genuinely a stay that I would come back to every time
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Hobart
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
North Hobart
North Hobart is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to North Hobart Oval and Train Park while you're in town.
South Hobart Travel Guide
- Cascade Brewery
- 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
- 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
