attractions

Hobart has so much to offer its visitors.  Whether its the great outdoors you're after, or some culture and a latté, we've got it for you!

Some enjoyable tourist attractions are:

Peppermint Bay Cruise: Awarded Best New Tourism Development 2005 at the Australian Tourism Awards, and Best Tourism Restaurant 2005 at the Tasmanian Tourism Awards, Peppermint Bay and The Peppermint Bay Cruise offer a unique and unforgettable Tasmanian experience. http://www.peppermintbay.com.au/

Cadbury Chocolate Factory Tour and Cruise :     Derwent River Cruise, Cadbury Tour and Chocolate! Chocolate! Chocolate! Explore the Cadbury Chocolate Factory, enjoy a fascinating tour and tantalize those taste buds with some taste testing. Located on a picturesque peninsula this is the perfect opportunity to team your chocolate experience with a splendid natural experience, as you cruise to and from the chocolate factory from the magnificent Hobart Harbour and Derwent River.

Richmond Wine Tour: Tour the historic area of Richmond and taste the beautiful selection of wines along the way.

Port Arthur Tour:     Discover the historic Port Arthur Convict Site, Tasman National Park and the Isle of the Dead! Enjoy a guided tour of Port Arthur, a scenic harbour cruise to the Isle of the Dead for a guided tour and be amazed at the magnitude of the Devils Kitchen.   

Mount Wellington Tour Soak up the beauty of Hobart, from the summit of Mount Wellington. Crowned by alpine vegetation and dusted by snow in winter, Mt. Wellington enables you to glimpse the unfolding panorama of Hobart and surrounding areas.

Salamanca Place and Market :  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.

The city of Clarence on the Eastern Shore of the Derwent River, boasts significant major visitor attractions and facilities.  Shop at the Eastlands Shopping complex, watch the cricket [when it's on] at Bellerive Oval, Tasmania's international cricket venue.   Hop off a Harbor cruise to Bellerive Village at Kangaroo Bay and tour some of the fine old buildings, including the guns (cannons) at historic Kangaroo Bluff Fort.   Check out the Sound Preservation  Museum or the Genealogical Society of Tasmania [research your family tree], both housed in the old Bellerive Post Office.

Play golf at one of the seven magnificently sited golf courses in Clarence- including an 18 hole championship course at The Tasmanian Golf Club.   Swim, surf or horse ride some of the best beaches in Tasmania including Seven Mile Beach under the approach to the Hobart International Airport and Clifton beach in South Arm.

PLACES TO ENJOY IN BELLERIVE QUAY...

• Bellerive Yacht Club     www.belleriveyachtclub.com.au
• Bellerive International Cricket Oval     www.tastigers.com.au
• Bes Mudi restaurant and cafe
• Clarence Waterfront Hotel.   Offers delicious seafood, alfresco dining and bars on the Quay.
• Lime and Lemongrass Thai restaurant
• Golden Junk chinese restaurant
• Neopolitana Pizza House...yum!
• Steve's Kebab House
• Cafe Niche
• Kangaroo Bluff Fort 
• Ferry ride to the Casino and Hobart Wharf
• Village Cinema at Eastlands
• Eastlands Shopping Center
• Clarence by the Water Jazz Festival in February.