Seated comfortably at the feet of Mount Wellington and along the southern coast of Australia, Hobart is a beautiful laid back city. The town has a rich colonial heritage and many of the buildings have a natural charm and spirit in them. The locals enjoy spending their day either on or beside the water, seated in wayside cafes and drinking copious amounts of coffee and tea. Those who can afford it will enjoy a day out indulging in deep sea fishing. The majestic mountains will beckon you, and for those who like nothing than to be with Mother Nature will find plenty of hiking, biking and jogging trails.

There are many popular tourist attractions in Hobart worth visiting. The Port Arthur was used as the settlement for convicts back in the 1830’s. Meet the nation’s oldest brewery with its gothic architecture and plenty of beer tasting opportunities when you visit the Cascade Brewery which was built in 1832. The abundant wildlife and nature will enthral you in Mount Field National Park, which comprises of beautiful alpine district, waterfalls, lakes, moorlands and rainforests. Salamanca Place is where one would go to dine, wine and be merry, enjoy the catch of the day as well as some mouth-watering baked goods from here.

An interesting attraction that the city has to offer is the Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts, which holds the heritage collection of Tasmania. Avid readers will find this particular attraction a one of a kind experience. Situated on the Ground Floor, 91, Murray Street this museum offers one the opportunity to be among a collection that spans to 7,000 books, 1,000 objects, 3,000 pieces of art and over 2,000 photographs of all things pertaining to and about Tasmania. Henry Allport gifted his collection of books and art to the people of Tasmania in 1965 in memory of his family, and since then its collection has been carefully nurtured to what it is today.

When travelling to the city there are many options for Hobart accommodation. Offering the comforts of both a hotel and the conveniences of home is Somerset on the Pier, which provides spacious serviced apartments Hobart for both the visitor on business and holiday. Enjoy inspiring views of the waterfront and quick access to Salamanca Place, giving guests the chance of enjoying some of the best the city has to offer.