New Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
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.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
See rare and ancient plants, edible landscapes and exotic specimens at one of Australia's oldest public gardens.
Activities
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Hobart: Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official]
From Hobart: Richmond Village 4 hour Return Tour (Afternoon)
Our pick of the best New Town Hotel Deals
Graham Apartments
Enjoyed our family stay here. Little out dated, but served us well
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hobart Tower Motel
The entrance / foyer & bedroom e.g crown moldings & chandeliers are stunning. Being Aboriginal I felt comfortable, welcomed and proud when I saw the Aboriginal paintings. Sadly this was non existent at other places I stayed during my travels in Tasmania. The room, clean & tidy, staff, helpful and ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Maylands Lodge
Amazing breakfast!
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Wrest Point
Clean rooms although a little noisey walls are thin
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
Staff was so helpful in getting us acquainted with the room. Room had lots of amenities.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
The room was very clean, we were upgraded to a harbour view with a nice outlook. The staff were friendly and helpful, the breakfasts and dinner at the hotel restaurant, Tesoro, was excellent. Location was fantastic, near the piers, Salamanca, city, and ferry and bus services.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Town
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.
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 Playhouse Theatre or Parliament House while you're exploring the area.
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 Tasmanian Waterfront.
Glenorchy
Glenorchy is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like MyState Bank Arena and Royal Hobart Showground.
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascades Female Factory Historic Site and Cascade Brewery.
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