Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Hobart

Hobart Travel Information

Hobart is the densely populated capital of the beautiful island state of Tasmania in Australia. Originally founded as a penal colony in 1804, the city of Hobart is the second oldest capital city in Australia following Sydney, New South Wales. The 4,170 ft. Mount Wellington dominates the skyline. The city itself is the administrative and financial heart of Tasmania that serves as a home port for Australian and also French Antarctic operations.

The Great Small City

The enticing city of Hobart is truly one of the most engaging and desirable cities found anywhere in the world. As Australia's second oldest city, it offers a rich blend of cultural heritage including a vibrant art and lively sporting society along with a low-stress and relaxed lifestyle.

The city itself is famous for its architectural buildings, fine restaurants, diverse festivals, and beautiful parks. Hobart is essentially the gateway to the finest boutique wines, quality food, and Tasmania’s renowned salmon, cheese, crayfish, chocolates, beer, and fresh strawberries and raspberries. The unique locale of the city offers an appealing ambiance like no other city in the world.

The Ambiance of Hobart

Hobart also has a rich maritime history and is literally defined and shaped by water. A wide range of craft including catamarans, ocean racing yachts, kayaks, fishing boats, square riggers, and Antarctic supply vessels work the busy waters of the Derwent River.

The port serves as a central focus for Hobart providing both an active commercial hub in addition to a place where local residents and visitors can enjoy spending time leisurely strolling along the many docks chatting with interesting local fisherman or perhaps sampling a bit of fresh produce at one of the several restaurants and cafes found around the scenic cove.