Things To Do Hobart Tasmania
Hobart is the Tasmanian capital and is a great holiday destination for
both overseas and Australian visitors. Especially great for fun family
holidays, Hobart's historical past and exciting future will leave lasting
memories for all. Come see Tasmania and make Hobart the base for all your
sightseeing adventures into this wonderful island.
Hobart
is one of the oldest settlements of Australia and retains many heritage
buildings that reflect it's colorful history. Simply walk the streets
of Hobart town and there are historic reminders of Australia's penal
past everywhere.
Nestled on the banks of the Derwent River, Hobart is one of the finest
deep water anchorage found anywhere in the world. Settlement by Europeans
began in 1804 and today just over 200,000 people call Hobart their home.
The city is a major tourist destination with it's old world charm and
many attractions that draw people from all over the world.
Some of the things people come to see in Tasmania are the historic
ruins of Port
Arthur, Australia's notorious penal colony, the cute but ferocious
Tasmanian Devil and the charm of the old buildings that have been well
kept in Hobart and surrounds.
Travel
a short distance out from Hobart to Richmond and Australia's
oldest bridge still stands as proudly as the day it was built. Yes,
there are treasures to be found for those that really want to enjoy
the best.
For the family there is nothing like a fun tour to Cadbury Chocolate
Factory and a cruise on the Derwent
River. For adventure lovers a wilderness trek into the Franklin
River will have you talking for years to come and we won't mention that
fishing for trout in Tasmania is the best in Australia.
Add the fabulous views from the top of Mount Wellington or a trip to
wilderness of Bruny Island and you have an experience that you will
never forget.
So come on down to Hobart, join the fun, take a few guided
tours, enjoy delicious food and old world charm soon.