West Hobart
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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.
Hobart Town Hall
After visiting Hobart Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Tasmanian Waterfront. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
BIG 3 Tasmania - Port Arthur, Wineglass Bay, Cradle Mountain
Top hotels in West Hobart
Bay View Villas
Good bay view as described, clean room, good facilities. Only downside is that it’s not a brick building so you can clearly hear activities from your next doors or upstairs
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Motel Mayfair on Cavell
A very quaint and spacious family room with all the facilities needed and lovely views
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Marquis Hotel Motel
Great place at an excellent price. Staff service was excellent and very helpful. Great generous meal at the pub. Walk down hill and see all the old houses and cheap uber back up!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Wrest Point
Great
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
The bar view was beautiful, the room was very comfortable and neat
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Everything about the hotel was excellent, good breakfast, clean room, friendly staff and central location.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Hobart
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
