Hobart, Tasmania
Voted one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the
world….. and Hobart is the cheapest of all Australian Cities
Interesting fact: From Hobart’s port the next stop is
Antarctica
Hobart is Tasmania’s capital and the 2nd oldest
capital in Australia, after Sydney. This compact city is nestled amongst the
foothills of Mount Wellington and oozes with both modern and historic charm.
Walking is the best way to
explore Hobart. Starting with Salamanca Place, a picturesque row of four-storey
sandstone warehouses that date back to the 1830s whaling era. It now houses an
array of bars, restaurants, cafes, shops and art centers. From here climb the
175 year old Kelly Steps to Battery Point and walk round Hobart’s oldest
suburbs. Find your way to Arthur Circus, where Hobart's oldest Georgian-era
cottages. On Hobart's
historic Hunter Street, imaginative architecture and interior design has
transformed a waterfront jam factory into art hotel.Mona (Museum of old and new art) This is a private collection up for public viewing. You are there to visit one mans idea of what art is. Take the 30 minute ferry ride from Hobart. Stunning building and events vary throughout the year. It’s voted one of Australia’s best museums….. a must see
For a much wider panoramic view of the city, river and estuary, drive to
Mount Wellington - on a clear day the view extends from Ben Lomond in north-east Tasmania to the ranges of the Southwest.
Richmond (a historic village) is gateway to some of Tasmania’s wine growing areas. Most cruise companies offer day tours that feature everything mentioned.
Also worth a mention: Port Arthur- The best preserved convict settlement in Australia, listed as a world heritage site
Meet a little devil at the Tasmanian Devil conservation park
Top tip: 10 minutes from Hobart, climb Mount Wellington for stunning city
views
Keep
reading my blogs as more to come. Part 6 is Sydney
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