Hobart Central Business District
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Popular places to visit
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Salamanca Place
Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.
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.
Hobart Town Hall
After visiting Hobart Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tasmanian Waterfront. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Theatre Royal
Dance, music and theater comes alive in this historic venue, constructed in the 1830s and saved from demolition several times by prominent figures such as Laurence Olivier.
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
Immerse yourself in the state’s history and art at these 19th-century waterfront buildings where collections include an exhibit on the fabled Tasmanian tiger.
Things to do
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Hobart: Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official]
Hobart: Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park Active Tour
Hobart Central Business District Hotel Deals
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Excellent hotel, friendly staff, a great experience
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Very clean, smaller but it had everything one would need and expect. Phenomenal shower! Very good restaurant and really nice staff at the front desk.
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
Allurity Hotel
Staff very good. Mattresses awful. I thought I slept on breadcrumbs.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Great
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
Spacious room, central location to the port and CBD,
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hobart Central Business District
Sullivan's Cove
A noteworthy feature of Sullivan's Cove is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping, and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy about West Hobart. Check out Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the area.
Battery Point
Prestigious suburb featuring extravagant homes, Battery Point boasts the charming Arthur Circus with its cottages. Easily accessible via Hampden Road, it offers a sheltered lifestyle.
North Hobart
Indulge in diverse cuisine on Elizabeth Street, catch Australian rules football at North Hobart Oval, or watch independent films at State Cinema. Admire the historic North Hobart Post Office while strolling along the tree-lined street.
Sandy Bay
The abundant dining options and casinos 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.
Queens Domain
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Queens Domain. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens or Government House.
