Old Beach
Hobart
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.
Wrest Point Casino
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.
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.
Things to do
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Russell Falls with Mt Field National Park and Salmon Ponds
Top hotels in Old Beach
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Excellent property with great location.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Wrest Point
Beautiful room and an enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Room had no view as interior room but it didn’t affect me as I was out all day.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Great hotel with excellent amenities. Short walk to Salamanca . Staff were excellent. Would highly recommend
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Allurity Hotel
Staff where great, the hotel is in a good position to get around Hobart & clean, parking was good, the only downside was the hotel could do with a touch up
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
This was my second time staying at the property on my Tasmania trip. Excellent location to the harbour and all the area has to offer. Shopping is also close by! The staff were very helpful, and I was able to leave a bag for a couple days when I was off doing Photography workshop!
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Beach
Austins Ferry
While Austins Ferry isn't home to many top sights, Museum of Old and New Art and MyState Bank Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
Glenorchy
Glenorchy is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Royal Hobart Showground and MyState Bank Arena.
New Town
New Town is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tasmanian Hockey Centre and Runnymede.
Richmond
Unique features of Richmond include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Old Post Office or Richmond Arms Hotel while you're exploring the area.
Queens Domain
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Queens Domain. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens or Domain Tennis Centre.
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.
