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The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Hobart, Tasmania
Perched on Tasmania’s southeastern coast, the lively city of Hobart is a unique mash-up of the 19th and 21st centuries. The waterfront cafes, restaurants and studios of the largest city in Tasmania are housed in centuries-old converted warehouses that overlook a harbor bustling with yachts and fishing boats. An active arts scene, vibrant nightlife and leisurely daytime pace add to the city’s charm.
Restaurants in Hobart
1. Cascade Brewery
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4.5 based on 2,063 reviews
Step inside Australia's oldest operating brewery, nestled at the foot of the majestic Mount Wellington, to learn how Cascade has been crafting beer since 1832. Our guides will share Cascade's fabled recipe; a dash of history, a healthy dose of Tasmania's finest ingredients and a generous serve of brewing craft. You can take a tour or just relax and enjoy Cascade beers and Mercury ciders, savour a delicious lunch and wander our three acres of heritage gardens.
Reviewed By janhQ2304KF - Rothbury, Australia
From the cannons at the front gate to the fermentation room on the top floor, this informative tour taught us about the secrets of beer making and the convict workers who enjoyed five 10 minute beer drinking sessions each day when the bell rang! Lucinda was a terrific guide.
2. Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
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4.5 based on 2,660 reviews
The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens is Australia's second-oldest established in 1818. These gardens are home to the largest collection of mature conifers in the Southern Hemisphere and it also has the only subantarctic plant house in the world. A great restaurant and cafe is available onsite and it is a wonderful place to visit all year round. Visit our website for more information.
Reviewed By dogzboz88 - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Lovely gardens in a perfect location, parking nearby and is free, the guides are very knowledgeable and friendly, make sure you visit the Antarctic room and the Japanese Garden, the gift shop is well located and a great range of local products at good prices
3. Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 1,394 reviews
Art that inspires you. Cultures that connect you. Stories that move you. The Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery is a Tasmanian Government organisation. Entry to TMAG remains free, however bookings are now required.
Reviewed By W2667FNkarenb
Well worth a visit - just wished we'd had a bit more time as there was so much to see. The highlight was definitely The Thylacine Gallery on Level 1 - which contained some bones and fabulous old film of the now extinct Tasmanian Tiger. Also lots of interesting exhibits of Tasmanian Aboriginal culture.
4. Battery Point Sculpture Trail
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4.5 based on 1,526 reviews
Reviewed By terryguzz - Cradle Mountain-Lake St. Clair National Park, Australia
What a great walk, up and down the streets, beautiful architecture, like stepping back in time. The house’s we’re stunning, very worthwhile if one is interested in this period of buildings.
5. Theatre Royal
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4.5 based on 185 reviews
The Theatre Royal opened in 1837, with major additions in 1850 and 1890, and remains a living centre for the performing arts. It presents live theatre, contemporary music, dance and entertainment. Dubbed by Noel Coward "a dream of a theatre", the Theatre Royal is Australia's oldest working theatre and one of its most beautiful treasures.
Reviewed By Hill389
We really enjoyed our tour of the Theatre Royal. The development is a most interesting blend of new and old. Hobart is so lucky to have kept the old theatre and its history intact. Our tour guide Kathy was enthusiastic and informative....she took us to all the nooks and crannies that, as a theatre goer, you would normally never get to see...she was also generous with her time and didn't rush.
6. Salamanca Market
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4.5 based on 4,673 reviews
Salamanca Market is one of Australia’s most vibrant and loved outdoor markets and is located at historic Salamanca Place, next to the Hobart waterfront. With over 300 stallholders, it’s an experience that’s hard to beat. While COVID-19 restrictions are in place, a smaller interim market will be held instead of the full Salamanca Market. Tasmania’s Own Market is a selection of your favourite Salamanca Market stallholders and is held each Saturday from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm. Our new look market consists of around 80 stallholders representing artisans, designers and producers - it’s as Tasmanian as we can make it. You will find fresh produce from local growers, hot coffee and delicious breakfast and lunch options to enjoy, lots of gift ideas and plenty of handmade products. Salamanca Market will return in full as soon as state government conditions allow.
Reviewed By kamilamkin - Tasmania, Australia
The Salamanca Market is Tasmania's most visited tourist attractions and has won many awards for excellence. Located in historic Salamanca Place, next to the Hobart waterfront, the market has over 300 stallholders, and operates every Saturday between 8.30 am to 3.00 pm. Tasmania's biggest selection of locally made products can be explored including hand-worked glass, Tasmanian timbers, stylish clothing, bespoke jewellery, organic produce, artworks, bath and body care, ceramics, leather goods, handcrafted cheeses, breads, wines and spirits, and delicious hot foods.
7. Sullivans Cove
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4.5 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By Sasha679
Where to start Just a beautiful place everything within walking distance boats harbour restaurants cafes places of historical interest Pubs bars cafes art galleries great location to explore and also a great place with great accommodation
8. Mount Nelson Lookout
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4.5 based on 616 reviews
Reviewed By HappyTravellersRWe - Melbourne, Australia
We had perfect weather for our late morning visit - clear air, sunny and no wind - could really see for miles! Great for photography. Fabulous views down the Derwent and over Hobart. Some say better than Mt Wellington as closer and lower at 340m elevation. We took bus No.347 from the CBD and enjoyed the views as passengers en route. Had nice coffees at the cafe, friendly barister and fabulous views from our outside table. Good, informative signage and photos of the history of the signals station. If the weather is perfect and you can spare an extra hour or so, stay for lunch and continue to enjoy the million dollar views, like we did! PS an alternative, excellent view point close to the CBD is the Rosny Park Lookout.
9. Long Beach
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4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By SandraN49 - Gothenburg, Sweden
We had breakfast at the Casino ( excellent!) and then we walked to Long Beach. It was a nice walk and a good place to cool off. Very clean and lovely clear water. It was also sheltered from the wind. Afterwards we walked back to Elizabeth Pier, in Hobart, to our hotel.
10. North Hobart
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4.5 based on 335 reviews
Reviewed By bruce547 - Hobart, Australia
One of my favourite parts of town, amazing selection of food for pretty much all budgets and palates. Bars and a great wee cinema too.
