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Explore Hobart

Welcome to Hobart

Welcome to Hobart, Australia’s second oldest city. A destination where we are lucky enough to experience a beautiful mountain-and-river combo, cultural and dining experiences that set the city apart and adventures like no other.

The underground Museum of Old and New Art, aka MONA, looms large in global art circles and features prominently on countless travellers’ itineraries.

The city’s food scene is dynamic, with cafes, restaurants and bars transforming Tasmania’s famously fresh produce into refined expressions of place and season. While in Hobart why not attend the famed Salamanca Market which has been a Saturday tradition for more than 50 years.

See Hobart from the water, or even from the saddle of a bike on a mountain descent. Taste wine at urban wineries, and when the day is almost done, sip a whisky beside a dinosaur fossil. There’s lots to do in between sessions at the Asia Pacific Coroners Society Conference, so why not experience Hobart and all that it has to offer. For more information please see the links below.

Weather

Hobart in October is spring in transition, cool, fresh, and quietly bright.

Days hover around 15°C, with crisp mornings and mild afternoons. The sun lingers longer, but coastal breezes still carry a chill, and light, passing rain isn’t uncommon. It’s a season in-between—winter easing out, summer not quite settled in.

What to pack: layers are key. Bring a light jacket or coat, long sleeves, and a jumper for cooler mornings and evenings, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket for sudden showers. Sunglasses are handy too, the sun can be surprisingly sharp.

Art meets edge at MONA

Take the ferry up the Derwent and dive into art that challenges, surprises, and sparks conversation. The underground Museum of Old and New Art, MONA, is a must visit while in Hobart. Stay for the food, wine, and that unmistakably bold MONA energy.

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Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) - Visit Website

Wander the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

October brings colour to life—tulips, blossoms, and bright greens. It’s the perfect slow wander: peaceful paths, fresh scents, and a front-row seat to spring in bloom.

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Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens - Visit Website

Saturday buzz at Salamanca Market

Wake up with the city at its liveliest—a Saturday tradition for more than 50 years, enjoy local produce, artisan finds, street music, and warm bites. A true Hobart ritual by the waterfront.

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Salamanca Market - Visit Website

Harbour stroll at Battery Point

Step into Hobart’s past with cobbled lanes and historic cottages. Add a salty breeze and soft spring sunshine, and it’s a walk that feels both timeless and refreshing.

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Battery Point - Visit Website

Summit Spring at Kunanyi / Mount Wellington

Breathe in crisp alpine air as winter loosens its grip. Expect sweeping views over the city, patches of lingering chill, and the first signs of spring awakening across the landscape.

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Wellington Park - Visit Website

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