Oakdowns Travel Guide
Hobart
Visit Oakdowns
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 casinos and lively bars 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
Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Gin & Whisky Tasting
Hobart: Cascades Female Factory Historic Site [official]
48-Hour Hobart City Loop Tour and Mt Wellington
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Top hotels in Oakdowns
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
"Great comfy beds, clean rooms, love the cookies on arrival excellent staff"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
"Clean room and hotel is within walking distance to many eateries and Salamanca Markets."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Wrest Point
"A very nice hotel in a convenient location."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
"what an excellent stay! highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
"A very luxurious stay where all your needs are catered for."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
"Everything about our stay was awesome. The only con is the parking situation. Unfortunately, you have to pay for valet parking. But other than that, an overall excellent experience."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Oakdowns
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.
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.
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.
