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Hobart Parks, Hobart Gardens and Hobart Arboretums
(Hobart, Tasmania - TAS, Australia AU)



Hobart has an excellent selection of national parks and gardens, in central Hobart, on the outskirts of Hobart and throughout Tasmania. These Hobart parks and gardens include the vast Bicentennial Park, Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Hobart's Queens Domain Park and the Tasman National Park, in nearby Port Arthur.

Hobart's parks and gardens are often home to native wildlife, including ancient eucalyptus trees, quolls, rare golden possoms, eagles, kangaroos, wallabies, Tasmanian devils, parrots, cockatoos and colourful lorikeets. Koalas are not generally wild in Tasmania and Hobart, although they can be seen in a number of Hobart's wildlife parks and some gardens.




With around 20 national parks nearby, offering superb mountain vistas and panoramic views, you would never imagine that the spreading city of Hobart would have so much green and open space throughout, including many mature trees and shrubs, central gardens, eye-catching floral displays, picnic areas and excellent barbecue facilities. Many regions of Hobart and Tasmania have at least one park or garden, whether it is just a small fountain with surrounding planting, a pedestrianised square with seating areas in Hobart city centre, or a vast parkland in the suburbs of Hobart covering many hectares. Here are some of the most popular parks and gardens in and around Hobart, providing important areas for relaxation and recreation in the city of Hobart.

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Bicentennial Park - Dru Point Road, Margate, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7054, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6211 8200
Bicentennial Park is situated in the Margate area of Hobart and features large expanses of open grassland, mature planting and breathtaking coastal views. Other attractions at Hobart's Bicentennial Park include colourful flower borders, playground areas for young children, picnic and barbecue facilities, walking trails and secluded seating areas.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 08:00 to 20:00
Hobart gardens admission: free

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens - Queens Domain, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7000, Australia AU
Situated in the heart of Hobart, the historic Botanical Gardens are home to an impressive collection of plants from all over the world. Covering around 13.5 hectares / 33 acres, Hobart's Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens has more than 6,000 exotic and native species, and impressive landscaped gardens - including an authentic Japanese garden complete with maples, bamboo, ponds and stone lanterns.

Other attractions at Hobart's Botanic Gardens include mature trees and shrubs, flower borders, a well-tended vegetable garden, a collection of plans originating from China, a large conservatory, walking trails, seating areas, picnic spots, a sub-Antarctic plant house emulating inhospitable cold and windy conditions, and a popular visitors' centre, with many activities for children. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens were founded in 1818, making them the second oldest botanic gardens in the whole of Australia.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 08:00 to 17:00
Hobart gardens admission: charge

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Hartz Mountains National Park - Geeveston, Tasmania (TAS), 7116, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6233 6191
Situated outside of Hobart, close to the city suburbs, the Hartz Mountains National Park is a wonderful parkland, filled with steams, lakes, trees and bushland. Hartz Mountains National Park has many picturesque nature trails, impressive views and picnic spots, and is also home to Mount Hartz, a beautiful mountain which is regularly capped in snow.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Hobart gardens admission: charge

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Maria Island National Park - Tasman Highway, Triabunna, Tasmania (TAS), 7190, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6257 4090
Situated on the east coast, close to Hobart, the Maria Island National Park is one of the most peaceful and beautiful spots outside of Hobart. Walking and cycle trails offer some truly spectacular views of the cliff faces, beaches, coastline, mountains and native wildlife.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Hobart gardens admission: charge

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Mount Field National Park - Mount Field, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7140, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6233 6191
Lying in Hobart's scenic Derwent Valley area, the Mount Field National Park is a natural beauty spot, complete with streams, waterfalls and large areas of scrubland. Highlights at the Mount Field National Park include ancient eucalyptus trees, seating and picnic areas, winter skiing, walking trails and breathtaking views.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Hobart gardens admission: charge

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Queens Domain Park - Queens Domain, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7000, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6230 8233
Queens Domain Park, in the heart of Hobart city centre, is a large and popular public park, featuring open areas of grassland suitable for sports and outdoor games. Hobart's Queens Domain Park is an important oasis, providing a tranquil spot where you can escape hectic, Hobart city life. With picnic facilities, seating areas shaded by large trees, pathways and views of the city, Queens Domain Park is popular with both locals and visitors in Hobart.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Hobart gardens admission: free

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Rosedown Gardens - 135 Hamilton Road, New Norfolk, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7140, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6261 2030
Located in the New Norfolk area of Hobart, the Rosedown Gardens are overflowing with a vast collection of colourful and fragrant roses. Home to large numbers of historic and important varieties of roses, other attractions at Hobart's Rosedown Gardens include mature trees, formal areas and many other seasonal flowers.
Hobart gardens open: October to December, Saturday and Sunday - 10:00 to 16:30
Hobart gardens admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and free

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Southwest National Park - Huon Valley, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6233 6191
Hobart's Southwest National Park is the largest park in Tasmania and can be found in the Huon Valley, within easy driving distance of Hobart. With some of the most magnificent scenery in Tasmania, attractions at the Southwest National Park include forest areas, scrub and bushland, mountains, rivers, walking trails, native wildlife, including many colourful and rare parrots - such as the endangered orange-bellied parrot, and the Scotts Peak road, which winds through much of the park and offers some of the best views.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Hobart gardens admission: charge

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Tasman National Park - Tasman Highway, Port Arthur, Tasmania (TAS), 7182, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6233 6191
The Tasman National Park is a large and natural parkland close to Hobart, including many areas of exceptional beauty. Featuring coastal views, nature trails, native wildlife, picnic spots and local Port Arthur attractions, Tasman National Park is a popular excursion from Hobart.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 24 hours
Hobart gardens admission: charge

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Tasmanian Devil Park - Arthur Highway, Taranna, Tasmania (TAS), 7180, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6250 3230
The Tasmanian Devil Park is within easy driving distance of central Hobart and is home to an enormous amount of native flora and fauna. Highlights at the Tasmanian Devil Park include enormous eucalyptus trees, quolls, rare golden possoms, eagles, kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, colourful birds, nature trails, a wildlife art gallery, a free-flight bird show, an interesting rescue centre where injured animals are nursed back to health, a café with views across a nearby vineyard, and of course, Tasmanian Devils.
Hobart gardens open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Hobart gardens admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

Hobart Gardens and Parks: Woodstock Gardens - 140 Cascade Road, South Hobart, Tasmania (TAS), 7004, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)3 6224 1144
Situated in southern Hobart, Woodstock Gardens are one of the oldest landscaped gardens in both Hobart and Australia as a whole. With mature trees and shrubs, outstanding design and impressive flower borders, Hobart's Woodstock Gardens surround the imposing Cascade Brewery building.
Hobart gardens open: daily
Hobart gardens admission: charge

 
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