Ridgeway
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.
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
Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Top hotels in Ridgeway
Wrest Point
Everything was perfect. Really like the location and got plenty of free parking spots.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Great location.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
The room was very clean, we were upgraded to a harbour view with a nice outlook. The staff were friendly and helpful, the breakfasts and dinner at the hotel restaurant, Tesoro, was excellent. Location was fantastic, near the piers, Salamanca, city, and ferry and bus services.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Room was cleaned properly. Receptionists were kind. But parking availability was limited.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
The best hotel in Tasmania!
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
RACV Hobart Hotel
Yes, the room was clean and bed was comfortable , short walk to basically everything including restaurants , the pier , Salamanca markets & shopping , the staff were ALL friendly and accomodating ( special shout out to Ben , Lawrence & Annish Breakfast was great but the coffee was even better made ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ridgeway
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
