Risdon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Risdon
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Wrest Point Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
From Hobart: Mt Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hour Small Group Tour
Our pick of the best Risdon Hotel Deals
Discovery Parks - Hobart
"Easy check in rooms were good"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
"Very kindly staff and Good breakfast"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
"All good"
Reviewed on 4 June 2026
Wrest Point
"Harbour view room was nice, very clean. Friendly Reception staff and Birdcage bar staff. We found Longhorn Restaurant to be a little pricey"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
"Check in is always 5 star! Super friendly and helpful. Pool is lovely as is the sauna. Rooms are large and spacious. Bed is super comfy and a massive range of pillows. Always enjoy staying here!"
Reviewed on 5 June 2026
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
"My second stay at The Tasman within a few weeks, this time in a Heritage Room, prior in a panoramic. The hotel is lovely, centrally located, great breakfast and would recommend. It lacks the final polish expected of a 5 star hotel in terms of, acknowledgement of guest returns, a champagne on arrival, ..."
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Risdon
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 Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
Battery Point
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.
Sandy Bay
The ample dining options and casino gaming 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.
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.
Seven Mile Beach
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Seven Mile Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Seven Mile Beach or Royal Hobart.
Risdon Travel Guide
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