Battery Point Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
See rare and ancient plants, edible landscapes and exotic specimens at one of Australia's oldest public gardens.
Things to do
From Hobart/Adventure Bay: Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise
Hobart: Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official]
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
From Hobart: Richmond Village 4 hour Return Tour (Afternoon)
Top hotels in Battery Point
St Ives Apartments
Great location, had everything we needed for our stay. Laundry, library and recycling bins in the room were particularly appreciated
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Lenna of Hobart
Amazing Estate and lovely to be able to walk through the old part of the hotels. wonderful staff and lovely cocktail lounge.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Salamanca Inn
Generally good all round
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Montacute Boutique Bunkhouse
Clean and great location. Owner was responsive and professional.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Salamanca Wharf Hotel
The location in Salamanca is outstanding. Large room, comfortable bed - could not be happier.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Salamanca Suites
Good location and great size room
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Battery Point
Sandy Bay
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Sandy Bay. A stop by Wrest Point Casino or Long Beach might round out your trip.
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 Parliament House 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.
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascades Female Factory Historic Site and Cascade Brewery.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of West Hobart. Make a stop by Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
