Southern Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

You would be hard pressed to find a more pleasing and historic interior than that from the  main ballroom of Hobart's 1866 Town Hall. 

It is amazing to think that as well as the Council Chambers (a function it still performs today), it also once held police cells, courthouse, and the foundation State Library of Tasmania.

Undergoing many renovations throughout its long life, the interior of the ballroom is set off by the last addition, splendid chandeliers.
You would be hard pressed to find a more pleasing and historic interior than that from the  main ballroom of Hobart's 1866 Town Hall. 

It is amazing to think that as well as the Council Chambers (a function it still performs today), it also once held police cells, courthouse, and the foundation State Library of Tasmania.

Undergoing many renovations throughout its long life, the interior of the ballroom is set off by the last addition, splendid chandeliers.
Remote and peaceful up in the trees
Taken in 2004 in Tasmania.
This is Bicheno Beach.  'The jewel of the Esast Coast'
Bruny Island in Tasmania, great for a weekend. This is taken from Truganini's lookout looking out over 'the neck', a narrow isthmus joining the two parts of the island. #weekend getaway #hiking

Where to stay in Southern

Nice beaches close to the city centre are hard to find - most are tiny or don't have much sand to enjoy. Howrah is about a 10-minute drive from Hobart city and you can bring the pooch. 
You'll get a lovely view of the city, river and Mount Wellington.

Howrah

Howrah is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Little Howrah Beach and Glebe Hill Nature Reserve.

Howrah
Five Mile Beach along side Pittwater in Hobart, Tasmania is not your usual beach. More a shallow lagoon that is mostly calm and therefore a great place for reflective photography. The water is so clear, shooting straight down you can clearly see all the wonderful marine life scurrying along the sand. ... wear gumboots if visiting here, they'll stop the crabs from biting your toes.

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.

Seven Mile Beach
Richmond

Richmond

Unique features of Richmond include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Old Hobart Town Model Village or Richmond Arms Hotel while you're exploring the area.

Richmond
beautiful beach view at dusk in Kingston Beach in Southern Tasmania in winter

Kingston

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Kingston. You might want to make time for a stop at Kingborough Sports Centre or Denison Street Reserve.

Kingston
View of heritage weatherboard duplex two storey residential

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.

North Hobart
New Norfolk

New Norfolk

New Norfolk is noteworthy for its gardens, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Anglican Church of St Matthew and Willow Court Asylum.

New Norfolk
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart

4.5 out of 5
28 ELIZABETH STREET Hobart TAS
The price is 3.570.973 ₫ per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
3.570.973 ₫
3.928.070 ₫ total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (773 reviews)
Comfortable, well stocked room in good location.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart

5 out of 5
12 MURRAY STREET Hobart TAS
The price is 5.469.976 ₫ per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
5.469.976 ₫
6.016.974 ₫ total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
Staff was so helpful in getting us acquainted with the room. Room had lots of amenities.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
ibis Styles Hobart

ibis Styles Hobart

4 out of 5
173 Macquarie Street Hobart TAS
The price is 2.890.442 ₫ per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
2.890.442 ₫
3.179.486 ₫ total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Central to Hobart esplanade and markets, nice sauna and pool

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

ibis Styles Hobart
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Macquarie St Hobart TAS
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,338 reviews)
Wonderful stay for our first time to Tassie. Location was super central and heaps of parking. The rooms were well appointed and you really lacked for nothing. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
St Ives Apartments

St Ives Apartments

4 out of 5
67 St Georges Terrace Battery Point TAS
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,209 reviews)
Room with a balcony and a great view of Hobart. Kitchenette was with ample tableware and cooking pots. Room was clean and tidy and welcoming to us, well-travelled holidayers. Bathroom again, welcoming , en -suite, of course. Room size, for a couple, just right!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

St Ives Apartments
Bay Hotel Apartments

Bay Hotel Apartments

3 out of 5
123-127 Sandy Bay Road Sandy Bay TAS
Stay at this aparthotel in Hobart. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a local area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,461 reviews)
Polite staff, room moderately clean

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Bay Hotel Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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