Sandy Bay Travel Guide
Hobart
Popular places to visit
Wrest Point Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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.
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
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
From Hobart: Mt Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hour Small Group Tour
48-Hour Hobart City Loop Tour and Mt Wellington
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Top hotels in Sandy Bay
Wrest Point
"Great room, very comfortable bed and cosy. Easy access to the casino and other facilities."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Bay Hotel Apartments
"We stayed in very nice little unit with two bedrooms. Very clean and well equipped. Kitchen is well equipped but could do with a large pot as pots are a bit small. Parking was a bit awkward as some spaces are very small and its not guaranteed that you'll get a park in front or near your unit, however ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Grosvenor Court Apartments Hobart
"I had a good stay and friendly staff. Look forward to visit again. I strongly recommend"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Mayfair Plaza Motel
"We stayed here for 3 nights; it was a great accommodation close to the CBD and with accessibility to attractions in Hobart's greater region. They have on-site laundry facilities and are within walking distance of Woollies and delicious Asian restaurants. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Rivulet
"Complimentary port outstanding. Amazing breakfast. Scullery well equipped for eating in did the evenings. Wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Hobart"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
429 Apartments and Suites
"Room is really spacious. Three of us shared a room. Bedroom has door for full privacy, sofa bed outside the bedroom by the kitchenette and bathroom. It was very convenient for our needs. Loved it!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sandy Bay
Battery Point
Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascade Brewery and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.
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.
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.
