With a massive array of attractions–the MONA, Salmon Ponds and Bruny Island Cruises to name a few, Hobart is worth adding to your bucket list!

1. Hobart’s Tourist Attractions: Best Picks
Located on the southernmost region of Australia on the Tasmanian island, Hobart is one of
the most overlooked destinations in the whole of the nation with many interesting and
unique attractions. Most tourists who visit down under make the famous hotspots of
Sydney, Brisbane and Uluru as their primary destination and ignore this wonderful capital.
But people who look to breathe some of the world's cleanest air, enjoy some of the finest
natural landscapes and are tempted to spend time under the warm weather of the Southern
Hemisphere, visit the incredible city of Hobart. It is an ideal destination to visit with family
and friends – here are a few fun activities to keep in mind on your next visit!
Impressive Family-friendly Cruises
The city of Hobart has an impressive setting between the splendid Derwent River and the
mountains. The central passages which link the river, city and the mountains consist of
enchanting wilderness and landscapes which are some of the must-see sights of the area. A
great way for families to spend a relaxing time here is to board a Peppermint Bay cruise
which is a favourite attraction in these parts as they offer picturesque views of the
mesmerising flora and fauna that thrive here, overlooking the d'Entrecasteaux Channel. This
custom-built cruise has become a crowd-favourite among tourists and locals alike as it is an
opportunity to learn about the surrounding sights after which you get to feast on a lip-
smacking three course lunch menu. Another equally-exciting option for you and your
companions is a tour on the Bruny Island cruises, which is also a soothing experience with
an amiable crew and friendly service. Enjoy the scenic vistas of Bruny Island, don't forget to
bring your cameras and if you're lucky you can watch the sun fade away into the horizon, an
unmissable experience in Hobart.
Be Mesmerised at MONA
Visiting a heritage-rich city like Hobart calls for a trip to its local museum or art galleries and
MONA (The Museum of Old and New Art) is the right place for it. It is Australia’s biggest
privately owned museum and is one of the most eye-catching museums ever. With its
confronting, controversial and intriguing art displays you are forced to go back again and
again. The variation going on around here is tremendous, from stories of random strangers

2. shared through images and texts to exhibits involving a lot of arm chairs and old television
sets. Even the place you sit is a work of art with some of them moving and making sounds
underneath you like a weird animal! Here there are no signs explaining the art forms like
what you see in a regular museum, instead each visitor is given an iPad-like device that tells
you about the nearby arts, in which you can select to further learn more about the piece.
You can also view some of the interviews with the artists in discussion. The little ones are
sure to have an enormous amount of fun here!
Feed a Trout at Salmon Ponds
Derwent Valley is known to house some of the beautiful natural sceneries on the land and
one of them is the historic Salmon Ponds and Trout Hatchery. It is an ultimate getaway
located approximately 45-minutes away from the city offering a calm and tranquil setting
with gardens and ponds, perfect for picnics and walks. Trouts are farmed everyday and you
can see and feed them by visiting the beautiful grounds and the Museum of Trout Fishing. It
is an underrated attraction but the beautiful setting is perfect for an outing with kids as they
can stroll around feeding different fishes and learn about each stage of their life cycle. If
lucky they might even get a chance to spot a platypus in the wild!