Kingston Travel Guide
Hobart
Popular places to visit
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, 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 shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Cascade Brewery
Step back into the past at the oldest brewery in Australia, a striking Gothic building near Hobart, and try some of the best beers in the country.
Things to do
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Top hotels in Kingston
Kingston Hotel
Use of communal iron. Was able to check in earlier & handy having meal @ hotel.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Great location. Microwave is available. Nice staff
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Wrest Point
No lift in this area of the casino was a big surprise as I have stayed in other parts and even in the same building but last time we had a room on the 5 level and didn’t need lift as it was on level with the entrance. Very dated but quite and a really great price so we got help from staff and family ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Superb location. Room was spacious, modern, comfortable and well-equipped. Check in was a breeze as Bridget was very efficient. The free ice cream for kids and chocolate hour were nice bonuses
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Excellent location. Clean and quiet accommodation. Excellent breakfast too!
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
AC was too warm at night. Staff were excellent.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kingston
Kingston Beach
If you're spending some time in Kingston Beach, Kingston Beach and Boronia Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascade Brewery and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.
Battery Point
Ample dining options and captivating waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.
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 Playhouse Theatre or Parliament House while you're exploring the area.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping and restaurants highlight some of the noteworthy features of West Hobart. Make a stop by Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
