North Hobart Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Annie Lazarte
Photo by Annie Lazarte
North Hobart is a diner’s dream, where exciting new restaurants and cafés turn on the culinary charm day and night.

Fussy foodies, weekend brunchers and pub-fare traditionalists are all catered to in this inner-city neighbourhood. Check out the quaint old cinema and enjoy summer screenings on the rooftop or take in the ambience of speakeasy-style whiskey bars. Local acts and touring musicians hit the stage at North Hobart’s hallowed live music venues, while contemporary galleries showcase the latest works by leading artists.

Popular places to visit

Salamanca Market

Salamanca Market

4.5/5(1,234 reviews)

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
Salamanca Place showing street scenes and a city

Salamanca Place

4.5/5(1,398 reviews)

Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.

Salamanca Place
Constitution Dock featuring a marina, a coastal town and boating

Constitution Dock

4.5/5(1,360 reviews)

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
Wrest Point Casino

Wrest Point Casino

4/5(318 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Visit the casinos and lively bars in this walkable area.

Wrest Point Casino
Franklin Wharf

Franklin Wharf

4.5/5(658 reviews)

You can take time to visit Franklin Wharf during your travels to Tasmanian Waterfront. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Franklin Wharf
Museum of Old and New Art showing modern architecture and interior views

Museum of Old and New Art

4.5/5(734 reviews)

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

Activities

Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket

AU$45
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

AU$55
per adult
48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass

Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass

AU$50
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Hobart: General Admission to Cascades Female Factory

Hobart: Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official]

AU$35
per adult
Hobart: Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official]
Spirit of Hobart

Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart

AU$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Peppermint Bay II

Peppermint Bay Cruise & Lunch

AU$225
per adult
Peppermint Bay Cruise & Lunch
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Our pick of the best North Hobart Hotel Deals

Rydges Hobart

Rydges Hobart

3.5 out of 5
Cnr Argyle And Lewis St North Hobart TAS
The price is AU$178 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$178
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Large rooms, clean, well outfitted, comfortable bed, great facilities, well located, good value and more.

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Rydges Hobart
Queens Head Hotel

Queens Head Hotel

3 out of 5
400 Elizabeth Street North Hobart TAS
The price is AU$123 per night from 7 Jan to 8 Jan
AU$123
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (119 reviews)
Room was absolutely a1! Staff were great. We had two nights and will def be back for any stays required in Hobart!

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Queens Head Hotel
Argyle Motor Lodge

Argyle Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
2 Lewis Street (cnr Argyle) North Hobart TAS
The price is AU$149 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$149
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
It’s a motor Inn and that’s what to expect It’s very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Argyle Motor Lodge
The Lodge on Elizabeth

The Lodge on Elizabeth

4 out of 5
249 Elizabeth Street North Hobart TAS
The price is AU$222 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
AU$222
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Salamanca Market and Salamanca Place are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (244 reviews)
The room was very clean and the staff were very helpful

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

The Lodge on Elizabeth
Black Buffalo Hotel

Black Buffalo Hotel

3.5 out of 5
14 Federal Street North Hobart TAS
The price is AU$124 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
AU$124
15 Dec - 16 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (825 reviews)
Good clean friendly receptionist

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

Black Buffalo Hotel
Wrest Point

Wrest Point

4.5 out of 5
410 Sandy Bay Road Sandy Bay TAS
The price is AU$160 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$160
8 Dec - 9 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
location excellent

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Wrest Point
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Other neighbourhoods around North Hobart

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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.

West Hobart
Salamanca Place featuring night scenes, a city and street scenes

Hobart Central Business District

4.5/5(2,762 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.

Hobart Central Business District
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New Town

New Town is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tasmanian Hockey Centre and Runnymede.

New Town
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery featuring interior views and art as well as an individual male

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.

Sullivan's Cove
Cascade Brewery which includes heritage architecture

South Hobart

South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascade Brewery and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.

South Hobart
Battery Point which includes street scenes and a house

Battery Point

5/5(1 area review)

Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.

Battery Point

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