Introduction to Hobart
Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania – the only island state in Australia. Hobart is small and intimate with population of 250,000. The urban area stretches from North to South along the Derwent river, crossed by several beautiful bridges.
Hobart has a mild temperate oceanic climate, with four distinct seasons. Being the second oldest in Australia, Hobart is home of great travel destinations. Below is the list of must-see tourism sports around Hobart for 2024 New Years Eve holiday.
Must-see Tourism Spots
Port Arthur is a small town situated at 60 km in the south eastern part of Hobart. It is mostly known for top jail attractions, as it is a place of earlier settlements of jailbirds. The penalizing complex was notorious for more than two decades in the middle of the 19th century.
The Bay of Fires Conservation Area is made of clear-blue water, white-sad marble and amazing formations of rock. It is under the supervision of Mount William National Park located on Tasmania’s North East Coast. It has lather spot, amusement area and a large campground too.
Salmanca place is one of the best attraction points of the island. It is a district containing ample architectural heritage with a lot of bars, restaurants, shops and markets.
Freycinet National Park is a vivid nature reserve located in close-proximity with Hobart. It has diversified array of granite structures of various colours, with a wide range of Hazard Mountain and two magnificent bays in Promise and Wineglass. The park provides shelter to approximately fifty native animals. Among them Tasmania devil occupies the chief position.
Hasting Caves is the most brilliant subterranean chambers of the world. Journey towards the breath-taking Hasting Caves involves a stop at the Newdegate Cave, an enormous room with many outstanding limestone formations.
Hollybank is the absolute place for the adventurers. Tourists glide over the top of the trees to enjoy the bird’s eye view in the thrilling forest atmosphere. Indeed, adventure at the Hollybank Treetops is a multi-award winning spot for global tourists.
One can also have the fun of horse riding in Tasmania under the guidance of experienced trainers. The experience covers everything starting from field pony joyrides for the children to multi-day feat of epic- which can be tailored to perfectly match both your enthusiasm and capability levels.
Accommodation
Staying at Cradle Mountain Lodge is an exclusive experience in the midst of wilderness. It offers the visitors warm cordiality, beautiful scenery, spa bath and delicious local food and sensational wine. One can also stay at The Islington Hotel.
The Islington hotel is a fusion of Regency architecture and modern luxuries. The main catch of the hotel is that it provides impressive view of Mount Wellington. It has occupied a prominent place in the list of the best 101 Hotels of the World in Tatler Magazine.
So visit and explore the luscious valleys and peaceful coastlines of this semi-traditional island Tasmania with your family this vacation on Christmas and New Year holidays.