Hobart

Don’t let Hobart’s small size or far-south location fool you. Despite its cooler climate, it’s a beloved destination that packs a punch.

History lovers can appreciate the well-preserved streetscape, with highlights along the city centre’s waterfront and in the adjacent, cute-as-a-button Battery Point suburb. Those looking for culture will have a blast at the eccentric Museum of New and Old Art (MONA). There are also cutting-edge eats to be had; the suburb of North Hobart has grown into a culinary hotspot.

As the gateway to the Tasmanian wilderness, the opportunities for adventures into nature are unlimited. Shorter excursions, doable in a day, are Bruny Island and the Tasman Peninsula. If you want to go to the majestic Cradle Mountain, you’ll need to set aside multiple days.