Hobart 7 Day Itinerary

Here’s a 7-day itinerary for exploring Hobart, Tasmania using Markdown format:

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring Hobart City

• 🏨 Accommodation: Stay at Henry Jones Art Hotel for a luxury experience or Midway Motel for budget-friendly options.
• 🍴 Lunch: Grab a bite at Salamanca Market, open on Saturdays, featuring local produce and artisans. For other days, try Garagistry or The Fish Frying Co.
• 🏛 Afternoon: Visit the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) for a unique art experience. Take the free ferry from Brooke St Pier.
• 🌃 Evening: Explore the waterfront at Kelly’s Steps and have dinner at Aloft or Fico.
• 🔍 Things to know: Hobart uses a mix of Australian and Tasmanian currency, so have both AUD and TAS on hand. The city is quite hilly, so wear comfortable shoes.

Day 2: Salamanca & Battery Point

• 🌞 Morning: Start the day with coffee at Pigeon Whole Bakery and explore the historic buildings of Salamanca Place.
• 🍴 Lunch: Savor Tasmanian oysters at Oyster Café or try a delicious burger at Wursthaus Kitchen.
• 🏠 Afternoon: Take a self-guided walk through the charming streets of Battery Point, visiting historic homes and landmarks like Narryna Heritage Museum.
• 🌳 Evening: Relax at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary or Tasmanian Devil Unzoo to see Tasmanian wildlife up close.

Day 3: Mt Wellington & Richmond

• 🏞 Morning: Drive to the summit of Mt. Wellington for breathtaking views of Hobart and explore the Pinnacle Nature Trail.
• 🍴 Lunch: Grab a bite in Richmond at The Agrarian Kitchen Eatery or Husband & Wife Bakery.
• ⛪ Afternoon: Explore the historic town of Richmond, visit the oldest bridge in Australia and the beautiful convict-built sandstone buildings.
• 🌃 Evening: Head back to Hobart and enjoy dinner at The Commoner or Frogmore Creek Vineyard.

Day 4: Port Arthur & Eaglehawk Neck

• 🚌 Transport: Book a day tour to Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula, such as Pennicott Wilderness Journeys.
• 🌞 Morning: Visit the ruins of the Port Arthur penal colony and learn about Australia’s convict history.
• 🐨 Afternoon: Stop at Eaglehawk Neck to see the Devil’s Kitchen blowhole, Tasman Arch, and the remnants of the Dog Line. Keep an eye out for Tasmanian devils!
• 🌃 Evening: Return to Hobart and have dinner at Customs House Hotel or St Johnny.

Day 5: Cradle Mountain & Dove Lake

• 🚌 Transport: Rent a car and drive to Cradle Mountain or join a day tour from Hobart, such as World Heritage Tours.
• 🌞 Day: Hike around Dove Lake, visit the Visitor Centre for park information and wildlife spotting tips. Don’t miss the stunning views at Ronny Creek or Weindorfers Chasm.
• 🍴 Evening: Return to Hobart and have dinner at Franklin or Stillwater Restaurant.

Day 6: Wineglass Bay & Freycinet National Park

• 🚌 Transport: Rent a car and drive to Wineglass Bay or join a day tour from Hobart, such as Tasmanian Expeditions.
• 🌞 Day: Hike the Wineglass Bay Lookout track for stunning views of the bay and the Freycinet Peninsula. Spend the afternoon relaxing on Wineglass Beach or swimming at Coles Bay.
• 🍴 Evening: Return to Hobart and have dinner at Goble’s Wine Bar or The Glass House Restaurant.

Day 7: Departure & Souvenirs

• 🛍️ Morning: Pick up some souvenirs at Salamanca Market or Tasmanian Design Centre for unique Tasmanian products.
• 🏨 Check out: Check out of your accommodation and head to the airport for your departure.