Hobart is one of the great small cities of the world.
The City of Hobart is one of the most beautiful and liveable Cities in the world. As the second oldest city in Australia the City offers a wonderful blend of built and cultural heritage; environment; a vibrant art and dynamic sporting culture and a low stress lifestyle.
Nestled under Mt Wellington on the Derwent River Hobart is renowned for its heritage buildings, beautiful parks, fine restaurants, the Salamanca Markets and its Festivals. Hobart is the gateway to the best quality food and boutique wines and the famous Tasmanian salmon, crayfish and cheeses, raspberries and strawberries, beer and chocolates. This unique setting provides for an ambience that you will not find in another city anywhere in the world.
It is a city rich in maritime history, and is shaped and defined by water. A diverse range of craft including Antarctic supply vessels, sailing dinghies, catamarans, kayaks, ocean racing yachts, fishing boats and square riggers ply the waters of the Derwent. Beyond is Storm Bay and the vast Southern Ocean.
The Port is a central focus for the City providing both a busy commercial hub and also a place where residents and visitors like to spend time strolling along the docks talking with the local fishermen, watching the large cargo vessels load and unload or sampling some fine Tasmanian produce at one of the many cafes and restaurants located around the cove.
Housing in Hobart is more affordable than any other capital city in Australia. The quality of housing is high, and a large selection is available from brand new homes to stately older mansions. Due to its stunning location, most Hobart homes have beautiful outlooks, with many affordable homes having a scenic view of the Derwent River, Mount Wellington or both!
Housing price comparison of Capital Cities
Suburbs and Distances from Hobart
Median House prices in Hobart Suburbs
Schools
Hobart has a wide range of schools to choose from, both private and public. The University of Tasmania is one of Australia's oldest and most respected, and the Hobart TAFE was voted Australia's Best Training Provider in 2000 and 2002.
Children need to be aged four on the 1st January of the new school year to start school in Tasmania.
For more information on primary and early education facilities in Hobart please refer to the Hobart Family Information Pack on the Children Page.
Hobart has a variety of day care options available from long and short day care to after hours and vacation care, as well as quality family day care programs.
For more information on Child Care Centres in Hobart please refer to the Hobart Family Information Pack on the Children Page.
Royal Hobart Hospital, Hobart
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Most shops within the Hobart CBD are open 7 days per week, as are some shops and most major supermarkets in the suburbs.
A short stroll from any of the major hotels or transit points you'll find Tasmania's premier commercial centre Hobart's CBD. A lively, friendly destination with that magical blend of pavement, arcade and centre shopping, providing easy access to national department stores, fashion outlets, Tasmanian souvenirs and crafts and a cosmopolitan cafe society. In the heart of the CBD, nestled amongst some of Australia's best examples of sandstone and colonial architecture, street cafes and restaurants mix with great shopping to provide hours of fun and entertainment.
Salamanca Place, renowned for the famous Salamanca Market is home of fine Tasmanian arts and crafts, showcasing the works of many of Tasmania's finest artists and craftspeople. Located amongst beautiful heritage listed buildings and tree lined streets, the area is home to restaurants, specialist food shops, bars and niche shopping. Pick up a bargain, sip a coffee, browse through the galleries. At night enjoy the attractive river view whilst dining and relaxing
A leisurely walk from the CBD, this historic location features preserved architecture, arts and crafts shops, and fine dining restaurants. Discover Arthurs Circus, Kellys Steps, and the Heritage museum, with an impressive sandstone building housing a significant colonial collection
North Hobart is known as the restaurant strip, with eateries including pubs, taverns, restaurants and cafes. This busy area also features art galleries, small fashion boutiques, and Tasmania's oldest operating movie house. Necessary services such as banks and postal facilities are also conveniently located here.
Sandy Bay home of Australia?s first casino, Wrest Point, is renowned for small stylish boutiques and gift shops. Wander the busy streets for unique interiors, fashion or gifts. Banks, supermarkets and the post office are located in the main shopping area.
New Town is a suburban shopping strip containing National shopping chains, supermarkets and unique retail outlets.
Hobart has approximately 22,000 trees in its parks and streets. This does not include the trees within Council's bushland areas. The backdrop to Hobart is Mount Wellington, which is 1270m high. It is only about a 30 minute drive to the top of the mountain from the City centre.
Hobart is surrounded by water. The Derwent River provides for a host of beautiful beaches only minutes away.
Beaches in the Hobart municipal area include:
Hobart has an efficient road transport system. There is no such thing as peak hour traffic.
Visitors and new residents to Tasmania have three months to transfer vehicle registration.
Hobart has minimal traffic flow interruptions. View the current traffic conditions here.
Hobart has an efficient public transport system. The main service is provided by Metro Tasmania.
Metro Tasmania
Hobart's principal energy supplier is Aurora Energy.
Hobart does not currently have access to a natural gas supply, however the State Government has constructed a gas pipeline across Bass Strait from the mainland and it is expected that natural gas will be available in Hobart within the next two years.
Hobart has a number of nursing homes for the elderly throughout the City.
A list of Churches in Hobart
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics the following weather conditions were experienced in Hobart in 2002:
Hobart has the second-lowest annual average rainfall of any Australian capital.
Current forecast for Hobart's weather and boating conditions.
Daylight savings in Tasmania commences on the first Sunday in October and finishes the last Sunday in March.
108 Bathurst Street
HOBART 7000
Phone 6234 1441
22 Creek Road
NEW TOWN 7OO8
Phone 6278 1368
23 Lambert Avenue
SANDY BAY 7005
Phone 6225 2067
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For enquiries contact the Council's Parks & Customer Services Division 6238 2885
What's Happening in Hobart
A list of Hobart's Museums
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
State Library Hobart
Peacock Theatre
Playhouse
State Cinema
Theatre Royal
Village 7 Cinema Complex
