Nipaluna (Hobart) TASMANIA
Nipaluna (Hobart) offers a unique blend of heritage, scenery, and culture, with world-class activities and attractions nearby. Nestled among the foothills of Kunanyi / Mt Wellington, Hobart combines historic charm with a modern lifestyle in a setting of exceptional beauty. It's no wonder Lonely Planet has named Nipaluna (Hobart) one of the top ten spots to visit in the world right now.
As Tasmania's capital and the second oldest capital in Australia, Nipaluna (Hobart) is located at the entrance to the Derwent River. The city boasts well-preserved bushland close to the centre and beaches along the river and estuary shores.
With its captivating history, picturesque waterways, rugged mountains, and gourmet experiences, Nipaluna (Hobart) has something for everyone. Award-winning restaurants offer fine dining with the best Tasmanian produce, recognised by the world's top chefs, while the waterfront features punts and fishmongers selling the freshest seafood straight from the Southern Ocean.
Guests can enjoy the contrast of elegant heritage sandstone alongside modern architecture in Nipaluna (Hobart). Salamanca Place, just a short walk from the waterfront, features galleries, theatres, craft shops, and restaurants housed in 1830s Georgian warehouses. On Saturdays, Salamanca Market, Australia's best outdoor market, offers food and entertainment.
A stroll along Nipaluna’s (Hobart) iconic waterfront leads to the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. Alternatively, guests can take a ferry up the river to MONA for an extraordinary modern art experience.
This quietly buzzing city captivates visitors year-round, especially during festival season. Nipaluna (Hobart) is also close to many of southern Tasmania's best attractions, including historic Port Arthur, the rugged Tasman Peninsula, Bruny Island, and the Huon and Derwent Valleys. For an immersive experience, guests can explore Mount Field National Park and stay a few days at Mt Field Retreat.
THings TO DO in Nipaluna (Hobart)
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Salamanca Market
Salamanca Market, Tasmania's top tourist attraction, opens every Saturday from 8:30 am to 3 pm at historic Salamanca Place. With over 300 stalls, visitors can explore Tasmanian-designed and handmade products, meet local artisans, and enjoy delicious market food and live music.
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MONA
Located upstream from Nipaluna (Hobart), Mona (Museum of Old and New Art) offers an unconventional art experience. It features David Walsh’s $110m private collection, subterranean architecture, Moorilla winery, two restaurants, bars, accommodations, Moo Brew brewery, and hosts festivals.
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PORT ARTHUR
Located 90 minutes' drive from Nipaluna (Hobart), the Port Arthur Historic Site is Australia’s most intact and evocative convict site. Visitors can explore over 30 historic buildings and ruins spread across 100 acres, requiring a minimum of three to four hours to fully experience.
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Mount field national park
Mount Field National Park, an easy drive from Nipaluna (Hobart), offers a diverse landscape journey. Waterfalls cascade through cool-temperate rainforest at its base, while above, dramatic peaks host glacial lakes and Tasmanian alpine plants. As Tasmania's second oldest national park, it's part of the Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, transforming into one of Tasmania’s ski fields in winter and showcasing the vibrant autumnal display of the fagus, Australia's native deciduous tree.
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BATTERY POINT
Battery Point, Nipaluna’s (Hobart) oldest suburb, is renowned as Australia’s best-preserved colonial-era neighbourhood. Named in 1818 after the Mulgrave Battery, it features Kelly’s Steps, a cliffside shortcut built in 1839 by whaling captain James Kelly. The area boasts historic dockworkers’ cottages, the Georgian Narryna museum, and the Italian Renaissance-style Lenna of Hobart hotel. Battery Point remains a vibrant community attracting diverse residents and visitors alike.
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Tasmanian museum & art gallery
Located on Nipaluna’s (Hobart) historic waterfront, the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) is Australia's second oldest museum, originating from the collections of the Royal Society of Tasmania, established in 1843. TMAG offers diverse exhibitions and public spaces spanning over 2,000 square meters.
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tahune adventures visitors centre & cafe
The Visitor Centre at Tahune Adventures is the gateway to an exciting day out. Visitors can book adventure experiences like the Airwalk, Eagle Hang Gliding, and Twin Rivers rafting, enjoy local specialties, Huon Valley wines, and cider, and explore the gift shop for unique Huon pine souvenirs.
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Mount field retreat
Nestled within World Heritage-listed Mt Field National Park, Mt Field Retreat emerges as a transformative project set against Tasmania's stunning natural backdrop. Starting with a modest cafe, it has evolved into an award-winning destination, poised to enhance regional tourism and hospitality.