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 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.
Franklin Wharf
You can take time to visit Franklin Wharf during your travels to Tasmanian Waterfront. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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 Sandy Bay
Wrest Point
My room was upgraded, and I thank to the hotel management. Breakfast was really nice but not the hot coffee or chocolate from the machine. Ideally, it should be freshly made and serve.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Bay Hotel Apartments
Great area. Walkimg distance to pretty much everything. Very easy to check in and out. Rooms have everything you need. Basic, but nice. Quiet area makes tou feel safe even on the Friday, Saturday nights. Have stayed here a few times and always seem to come back.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Doctor Syntax Hotel
Clean and spacious room very quiet friendly staff and the restaurant meals were outstanding we will be definitely coming back here again. Peter & Karen
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Grosvenor Court Apartments Hobart
All great
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
429 Apartments and Suites
Yes the room was clean and the staff were most courteous.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Mayfair Plaza Motel
Clean room and plenty of space. Great carpark
Reviewed on 12 Jan 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 Cascades Female Factory Historic Site and Cascade Brewery.
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.
