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Attractions Nearby Hobart
(Hobart, Tasmania - TAS, Australia AU)



Hobart contains many exceptional tourist attractions, but on the outskirts of Hobart there are also an enormous number of world-class, heritage tourist attractions, historic sites and national parks, such as Kingston, Margate, Richmond and the Tasman Peninsula area. These outstanding tourist attractions are within reach from Hobart and are well worth a visit when staying in the city of Hobart.

Whether you are looking for historic sites, picturesque attractions close to Hobart, or national parks nearby Hobart, you can be sure that you won't have to travel far from Hobart. Here are some of the top tourist attractions, sights and things to do nearby Hobart.




Hobart Attractions Nearby: Taroona - Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
The interesting suburb of Taroona is situated around 11 km / 7 miles from central Hobart and Taroona is actually the Aboriginal word for 'seashell'. Taroona's most popular attraction is without doubt the Shot Tower, where lead shot for guns was once produced, by literally dripping molten lead from the top, which created perfect spherical shots. Other attractions worth visiting in Taroona include the Alum Cliffs and Taroona Beach.

Hobart Attractions Nearby: Kingston - Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
The small town of Kingston has a population of around 13,000 residents and is located to the south of Hobart. Home to the important headquarters of the Australian Antarctic Division, next to the Channel Highway, other attractions in the Kingston area include Kingston Beach, a popular destination for swimming and sailing, and Tinderbox, a small district with an underwater snorkelling trail.

Hobart Attractions Nearby: Margate - Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
Margate can be found 8 km / 5 miles from Hobart and is a tiny town, with a rich railway heritage and a population of less than 1,000. Containing the last passenger train used in Tasmania, regular buses travel from Hobart to Margate and nearby Kingston, on weekdays and each Saturday.

Hobart Attractions Nearby: Richmond - Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
The small town of Richmond, with a population of around 800, is one of the most important heritage towns in Tasmania and Australia. Home to Richmond Bridge - one of the oldest bridges in the whole of Australia, other attractions at Richmond include around 50 buildings dating from the 19th century, the Old Richmond Gaol and many magnificent churches. Richmond can be found just 24 km / 15 miles from Hobart.

Hobart Attractions Nearby: New Norfolk - Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
Situated in the scenic Derwent Valley area, close to Hobart, New Norfolk has a population of around 6,000 residents. Originally known as Elizabeth Town, New Norfolk features a mixture of old and new buildings, with attractions including a visitors' centre, Oast House, St. Matthew's Church of England, the Fletcher Challenge Paper's Boyer Mill, Salmon Ponds, the Pulpit Rock Lookout, Jet-Boat Rides and large parklands. Hobart Coaches operate regular buses that travel between Hobart and New Norfolk from Monday to Saturday.

Hobart Attractions Nearby: Ponteville and Brighton - Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
Brighton can be found around 25 km / 16 miles to the north of Hobart, on the Midland Highway, and nearby is the small town of Ponteville. Attractions in these historic areas include numerous, interesting buildings built in the 1830s, the Barracks Georgian house, St. Mark's Anglican Church and the impressive Bonorong Park Wildlife Centre.

Hobart Attractions Nearby: Tasman Peninsula - Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
The Tasman Peninsula, nearby Hobart, is one of the most popular tourist regions in Tasmania and is home to countless heritage attractions. Places of particular interest on the Tasman Peninsula include national parks, wildlife reserves, superb beaches, areas suitable for scuba diving, bushwalking trails, the Tasman Arch and the famous Port Arthur Historic Site, which attracts more than 200,000 visitors to the area every year. The Tasman Peninsula also features a number of interesting small towns and villages, such as:

• Copping - a tiny village best known for its Copping Colonial and Convict Collection
• Dunalley - featuring a dense forest area and canal
• Eaglehawk Neck - connecting the Tasman Peninsula to the Forestier Peninsula
• Fortescue Bay - scenic area with sandy beaches, high cliffs and forests
• Nubeena - the largest town of the Tasman Peninsula with many seaside activities
• Sorell - one of the oldest areas in Tasmania, with several historic points of interest
• Taranna - an important, historic village, home to the Tasmanian Devil Park and Wildlife Rescue Centre

 
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