Battery Point Travel Guide
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Visit Battery Point
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Mount Wellington Pinnacle 2 Hours Small Group Tour
Top hotels in Battery Point
St Ives Apartments
"Always a convenient location for everything Hobart!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Salamanca Terraces
"Staff were good. Rooms were cleaned daily. Overall great experience"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Lenna of Hobart
"Staff were lovely and the room was spacious with a nice view of the water. The parking was very useful as we had a car with us. The location was also great for going to Salamanca Markets."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Salamanca Wharf Hotel
"Ok property in a good location but a very weird smell in the floor foyer."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Salamanca Inn
"A great place to park yourself within east walking distance to Salamanca Wharf. Great places to eat especially Botanical just down the hill. Our room was super comfy with fluffy white towels. The only downer was the shower over the bath. So old fashioned in today’s world."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Blue Hills Motel
"Clean rooms, kitchen is nice and staff members are good"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Battery Point
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 Parliament House or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Seven Mile Beach
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Seven Mile Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Seven Mile Beach or Royal Hobart.
Richmond
Unique features of Richmond include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Old Hobart Town Model Village or Old Post Office while you're exploring the area.
