Battery Point Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Salamanca Place
Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Hobart, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Wrest Point Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Visit the casinos and lively bars in this walkable area.
Constitution Dock
History seeps from the stones on Hobart’s waterfront, where colonial buildings are now galleries and where you can eat fresh seafood and watch a famous yacht race.
Museum of Old and New Art
Hobart’s remarkable Museum of Old and New Art has a surprising mix of thought-provoking installation art, modern paintings, sculptures and ancient artefacts.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
See rare and ancient plants, edible landscapes and exotic specimens at one of Australia's oldest public gardens.
Things to do
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Bruny Island Essential Explorer with Lighthouse Day Tour
Hobart: Port Arthur, Richmond & Tasman Peninsula Active Tour
Top hotels in Battery Point
St Ives Apartments
"Check in and parking was convenient. Location worked out great with our movements, easily able to walk anywhere we needed."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Lenna of Hobart
"Heating bit slow n old"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Salamanca Wharf Hotel
"We have spent a weekend during the Dark Mofo Festival which was very convenient because the location. The hotel deliveries everything we were expecting!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Salamanca Terraces
"Room was clean, great view over the bay and all the dark mofo. The staff were lovely. Parking was great secure and easy to get to, in and out."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Salamanca Inn
"Perfect location for a week of exploring around Hobart. 50 meters down the street was Salamanca place and the waterfront. Room was clean, comfortable and well equipped for relaxing in and preparing our own meals. Staff were friendly and helpful. Will certainly stay here every time we come to ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Blue Hills Motel
"The rooms on the top level are so dirty and run down. For even $140 a night you shouldn’t be sleeping in that or bathing"
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Battery Point
Hobart Central Business District
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by The Cat & Fiddle Arcade or Hobart Town Hall while you're exploring the area.
Sandy Bay
The ample dining options and casino gaming are top of the list for many visitors to Sandy Bay. A stop by Wrest Point Casino or Long Beach might round out your trip.
Sullivan's Cove
Sullivan's Cove is known for its captivating waterfront views, and with sights like Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Hobart.
Seven Mile Beach
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Seven Mile Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Seven Mile Beach or Royal Hobart.
Richmond
Unique features of Richmond include the historical sites and gardens. Make a stop by Old Hobart Town Model Village or Old Post Office while you're exploring the area.
