Hobert is affectionately called the "Apple Isle" is the capital of Tasmania - a wilderness junkie's paradise with many heritage listed National Parks.
The warmer months are a great time to visit Hobart especially during late summer and autumn. Hobart is an excellent starting point for a tour around beautiful Tasmania.
Hire a campervan or motorhome from Hobart , an excellent starting point for a tour around beautiful Tasmania.
Things to do and see:
Salamanca Place -
row of 19th century warehouses, now converted to galleries. The colourful Saturday market features buskers, craft, gourmet foods and fresh fruit and vegetables.
Battery Point -
take steep Kelly Steps up the hill for grand houses, St Georges Anglican Church, Arthur Circus and the oldest building in Battery Point - the signalling station.
Enchanted Walk -
begins at the Cradle Mountain park's entrance and traverses pools, waterfalls, rainforest and moorland.
Dove Lake Loop Walk -
a popular, circular walk around Dove Lake through pandanus and the temperate rainforest environment called the Ballroom Forest . The boatshed is a pleasant rest spot.
