Southern Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

You would be hard pressed to find a more pleasing and historic interior than that from the main ballroom of Hobart's 1866 Town Hall. It is amazing to think that as well as the Council Chambers (a function it still performs today), it also once held police cells, courthouse, and the foundation State Library of Tasmania. Undergoing many renovations throughout its long life, the interior of the ballroom is set off by the last addition, splendid chandeliers.
You would be hard pressed to find a more pleasing and historic interior than that from the main ballroom of Hobart's 1866 Town Hall. It is amazing to think that as well as the Council Chambers (a function it still performs today), it also once held police cells, courthouse, and the foundation State Library of Tasmania. Undergoing many renovations throughout its long life, the interior of the ballroom is set off by the last addition, splendid chandeliers.
Remote and peaceful up in the trees
Taken in 2004 in Tasmania. This is Bicheno Beach. 'The jewel of the Esast Coast'
Bruny Island in Tasmania, great for a weekend. This is taken from Truganini's lookout looking out over 'the neck', a narrow isthmus joining the two parts of the island. #weekend getaway #hiking

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Where to stay in Southern

Five Mile Beach along side Pittwater in Hobart, Tasmania is not your usual beach. More a shallow lagoon that is mostly calm and therefore a great place for reflective photography. The water is so clear, shooting straight down you can clearly see all the wonderful marine life scurrying along the sand. ... wear gumboots if visiting here, they'll stop the crabs from biting your toes.

Seven Mile Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Seven Mile Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Seven Mile Beach or Royal Hobart.

Seven Mile Beach
Richmond

Richmond

Unique features of Richmond include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Richmond Arms Hotel or Richmond Gaol while you're exploring the area.

Richmond
Nice beaches close to the city centre are hard to find - most are tiny or don't have much sand to enjoy. Howrah is about a 10-minute drive from Hobart city and you can bring the pooch. You'll get a lovely view of the city, river and Mount Wellington.

Howrah

Howrah is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Glebe Hill Nature Reserve and Howrah Beach.

Howrah
beautiful beach view at dusk in Kingston Beach in Southern Tasmania in winter

Kingston

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kingston. You might want to make time for a stop at Kingborough Sports Centre or Denison Street Reserve.

Kingston
View of heritage weatherboard duplex two storey residential

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.

North Hobart
New Norfolk

New Norfolk

New Norfolk is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anglican Church of St Matthew and Willow Court Asylum.

New Norfolk
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart

Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart

4.5 out of 5
1 Davey St Hobart TAS
The price is NZ$234 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$234
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Always great rooms and views. Fabulous food and service. Easy to get everywhere

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
ibis Styles Hobart

ibis Styles Hobart

4 out of 5
173 Macquarie Street Hobart TAS
The price is NZ$241 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$241
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Modern decor, clean hotel and centrally located

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

ibis Styles Hobart
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

4.5 out of 5
28 ELIZABETH STREET Hobart TAS
The price is NZ$268 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$268
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (785 reviews)
Staff were friendly, room reasonably clean, the drains in the bathroom smelt, paid for a room upgrade only to be overlooking the top of a roof top bellow, birds poo right in front of the window which obstructed the little view we did have. Definitely not the best hotel we have stayed in.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
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The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Macquarie St Hobart TAS
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,342 reviews)
Great stay. Great location. Great staff.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
St Ives Apartments

St Ives Apartments

4 out of 5
67 St Georges Terrace Battery Point TAS
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,221 reviews)
Courteous and friendly staff. Spacious lounge, and at good location

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

St Ives Apartments
Bay Hotel Apartments

Bay Hotel Apartments

3 out of 5
123-127 Sandy Bay Road Sandy Bay TAS
Stay at this aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,465 reviews)
Clean room & all the staff we engaged with were very friendly/helpful. Plenty of food choices close by incl Woolies & Coles supermarkets. It's about a 10-15min walk to Salamanca markets and another 5mins to the centre of the CBD. Room was well appointed with a good TV and comfortable bed. Would happily ...

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Bay Hotel Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Salamanca Place showing street scenes and a city

Salamanca Place

Discover Hobart’s artistic and creative energy in this trendy former warehousing district.

Salamanca Place
Salamanca Market showing street scenes and markets

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 Market
Museum of Old and New Art showing modern architecture and interior views

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.

Museum of Old and New Art
Constitution Dock featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating

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.

Constitution Dock
Mt. Wellington which includes a sunset, general coastal views and views

Mt. Wellington

Climb up to this often snow-capped peak for stunning views of Tasmania’s unique natural beauty.

Mt. Wellington
Mt. Field National Park

Mount Field National Park

A glorious mix of fern forests, alpine heathlands, pristine waterways and cascading waterfalls, all accessible via pretty pathways, await in this park not far from Hobart.

Mount Field National Park

Activities

Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary

NZ$41
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting & Lunch

Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting & Lunch

NZ$93
per adult
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting & Lunch
Gin Distillery Tasting House In New Norfolk, Tasmania

Gin Distillery Tasting House In New Norfolk, Tasmania

NZ$47
per adult
Gin Distillery Tasting House In New Norfolk, Tasmania
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Gin & Whisky Tasting

Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Gin & Whisky Tasting

NZ$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Gin & Whisky Tasting
The historic stables at our Pontville distillery

LARK Distillery Tour

NZ$80
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
LARK Distillery Tour
The Ultimate result - Beautiful Pinot Small Cask Whisky.

Distillery Tour and Guided Tasting

NZ$58
per adult
Distillery Tour and Guided Tasting
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Cities near Southern

Tasmania featuring tranquil scenes, general coastal views and a coastal town

Bicheno

Port Arthur Historic Site featuring a ruin, heritage architecture and a castle

Port Arthur

Eaglehawk Neck showing a sandy beach, a sunset and general coastal views

Eaglehawk Neck

Historic red bridge in capbelltown

Campbell Town

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