New Town
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Top hotels in New Town
Graham Apartments
We have stayed at Graham's apartments now 3 years in a row. We've have found the amenities good rooms were clean but just looking a bit tired needing refreshing.Staff have been excellent. Also close to shops within walking distance. Great to have free parking on site aswell.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hobart Tower Motel
Maylands Lodge
Really enjoyed my stay, very nice rooms with modern bathrooms, good breakfast, very clean, has free parking right in front. Staff was great too.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Wrest Point
All was good for the trip
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Excellent hotel, friendly staff, a great experience
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Clean room and very professional staff, very good location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Town
Moonah
Bars and museums are just a few things travellers like about Moonah. A stop by Zone Bowling is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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.
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 Government House.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of West Hobart. Make a stop by Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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 Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
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.
