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Hobart, Australia's southernmost capital city of Tasmania might be tiny but it packs a lot of charm. Hobart is a river side city with that is full of heritage, culture, and vibrant scenery. It is a city of history with amazing homes, buildings, and architecture. Hobart is also a city of bustling markets, a thriving festival scene, and a true sense of history. Surrounded by a series of islands and peninsulas, Hobart takes great pride in their waterfront area which focuses on many of the city's events and attractions.
The weather is wonderful, the wines are divine, the cuisine is simply superb, and the relaxed atmosphere is enough to engage anyone. When it comes to Tasmania holidays you just can't find any place more stress free and beautiful as Hobart, Australia.
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Getting Around Hobart Australia
Renting a car to get around Hobart is probably your idea choice. Although their public transportation is great, you should know that they are a bit late or early at times. So, having enough time to get somewhere is imperative if you are going to rely on busses. There are taxis available to take you where you need to go, but again, by renting a car you can take yourself almost anywhere, and without the traffic and hustle and bustle of other bigger cities, you will have no problem navigating the roads.
Hobart Attractions
The list of attractions in Hobart is extensive considering the size of this wonderful city. The busy art scene is plentiful and there is sure a lot to take in at the Salamanca Arts Centre as well as the surrounding warehouses. To start you should take in a tour of the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery to learn about the island and the city's history.
Fishing here is always a popular attraction. Among the yachts and fishing boats, you can take in the historic sights of the Parliament House and the historic Government house as you sit back and wait for the fish to start biting. Other outdoor attractions include Mt. Wellington, the harbour, and Derwent River. If you are set to stay within town you can walk through older areas such as Battery Point, and Wrest Point Casino. There are several walking tours through Old Hobart which take you through Sullivans Cove and Salamanca Place as well. For a great subterranean adventure, you can take the Hobart Rivulet Tour which brings you through the tunnels under this amazing city.
The Popular Hobart Events
By far, one of the most popular events in Hobart has to be the Hobart Yacht races which are held from late December to late January. Held as part of the Hobart Summer Festival, this is the perfect time to see the most amazing yachts and join in with the locals to experience the waterfront with events, live music, and other entertainment.
In June you can experience the always fun Antarctic Midwinter Festival. This is the time to celebrate the winter solstice and people in Hobart sure do this right. Winter is such a magical time in Tasmania and they celebrate it by holding many daily festivals, events, parades, and more.
You will find many festivals throughout the year celebrating the history and culture of this unique city.
Hobart Accommodations Available on Your Tasmania Holiday
Tasmania's capital city of Hobart has something for everyone; no matter what budget, season, or your needs. There has been a recent demand for apartment style, self contained accommodations so you will see many hotels that have this style. Also, here in Hobart, Bed and Breakfasts are extremely popular as well. Since Hobart is a relatively small city in population and size, you do not have to be that particular about selecting a district because you are still within a short distance to major attractions, nightlife, and entertainment.
Central Hobart though does offer a variety of Hobart accommodations that have a bit of history as well as modern amenities. The luxury Hobart accommodations can be found in the Waterfront and Salamanca area, and they aren't even as expensive as you may imagine. Battery Point should be high on your list for amazing Bed and Breakfasts because many of them are historic buildings and homes that have been restored. Then of course you have many suburbs of Hobart, and in particular, Sandy Bay which features the Wrest Point Hotel Casino, Australia's first casino where you will find many accommodations.
Places To Eat in Hobart
If you asked for the best restaurant in Hobart it would impossible to give you an answer. The restaurants in Hobart are so diversified and varied, but so many of them have truly excellent food. Of course fish and chips are always some of the favourite, and whether you have it at a five star restaurant or at smaller diner on the waterfront, you are sure to enjoy your dining experience. There are numerous ethnic places to choose from, or you can go with a traditional Australian dinner. Within this cosy city you will find a ton of choices to whet your appetite.
Entertainment in Hobart, Australia
Since this is primarily a city, Hobart locals like to have fun. The waterfront should be your first stop for live music, great pubs, and amazing entertainment. Wapping in particular is a great area for theatre, in particular the Theatre Royal which is the oldest theatre in Australia. Each Thursday, the local newspaper publishes an entertainment section that will tell you the best places to be when the weekend rolls around.
If you are just content to find it on your own, you will not be disappointed. You can take a pub crawl to popular places such as Knopwood's, Irish Murphy's, and the Customs House Hotel. You can also relax at the local Wrest Point Casino which as plenty of entertainment such as live music and a piano bar, not to mention the exciting gambling.
Since Tasmania is a very artsy state there is plenty of live music, artists, and bands that play in the local pubs and clubs. The New Sydney in particular showcases a lot of new local talent. The Republic in North Hobart also holds poetry readings and live music. For those of you looking to party into the late hours of the evening you can head to Syrup which is a leading techno dance club. With so much to choose from you'll have a hard time heading back to go to sleep.
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Hobart Weather
Tasmania has a reputation for the cold wet weather in the winter which lasts from June through August, but it also has a reputation for wonderful weather from December to February. The summertime is when there is plenty of sunshine, warm weather, and mild climates. The wintertime has a relatively gloomy look to it and you can even see some snow in the hills around Hobart in the months from September to November. Generally, the best times to visit Hobart or Tasmania are during the summer or autumn when the weather is picture perfect.
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Hobart
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How to Get to Hobart, Australia
Tasmania is easily accessible. There are numerous flights from other Australian cities as well as International flights. Hobart has an international and domestic airport which is linked by various local airlines to all major cities, although there may be a stop along the way. The airport is about 17km from the city centre and can be reached by shuttle bus or taxi. You can also get to Hobart via the Bass Strait from Melbourne on a passenger ferry.
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