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.
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.
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.
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
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Russell Falls with Mt Field National Park and Salmon Ponds
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Top hotels in New Town
Graham Apartments
Good clean apartment in pleasant surroundings. With easy drive to the harbour. Everything we needed for a short stay. Easy and pleasant check in.
Reviewed on 28 Feb, 2026
Hobart Tower Motel
Very good value for money. Stayed 1 week All facilities met expectations
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
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
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Gorgeous view of the harbour. Service was superb across the 4 night stay
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Wrest Point
Beautiful room and an enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 22 Mar, 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Very happy with the hotel, all the staff were very friendly and contributed to an enjoyable stay.
Reviewed on 18 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Town
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 Domain Tennis Centre.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of West Hobart. Make a stop by Knocklofty Park or Rosedown Gardens 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 Playhouse Theatre 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.
Glenorchy
Glenorchy is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Royal Hobart Showground and MyState Bank Arena.
