North Hobart

North Hobart is a vibrant, bohemian strip of restaurants, cafes, and bars just a short stroll from Hobart’s city centre. This lively neighbourhood is famous for its food scene – think multicultural eateries, craft breweries, and artisan bakeries – all set against a backdrop of Victorian shopfronts and street art. It’s a must-visit for foodies and anyone wanting to experience Hobart’s modern, creative pulse.

Highlights & What to See

• Elizabeth Street dining crawl: Hobart’s unofficial ‘eat street’ is lined with everything from Italian trattorias to modern Asian fusion. Try a wood-fired pizza at Da Angelo or share plates at Franklin.
• North Hobart Oval: A historic sports ground surrounded by elm trees, perfect for a picnic or watching a local footy match in summer.
• Street art & boutiques: Wander side streets for colourful murals, independent bookshops, and vintage clothing stores.
• State Cinema: An art-deco cinema showing indie films, with a bar and balcony for pre-movie drinks.
• Salamanca Market (nearby): While technically in the city, the famous Saturday market is a 20-minute walk away and easily combined with a North Hobart lunch.

Suggested Time to Spend

Most visitors spend a half-day or an evening in North Hobart. If you’re a food lover, plan a leisurely lunch followed by browsing boutiques; for dinner, arrive around 6pm to snag a table at a popular spot. You could easily combine it with a morning at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens or a walk up Mount Wellington before heading here for a well-earned meal.

Nearby Areas Worth Combining

• Hobart CBD & Waterfront – 15-minute walk south, with museums, galleries, and the historic docks
• Sandy Bay – 10 minutes by car, home to the University of Tasmania and the scenic Nutgrove Beach
• Battery Point – 20-minute walk, a historic suburb with colonial cottages and quiet lanes
• Mount Wellington (kunanyi) – 30-minute drive, offering panoramic views of the city and Derwent Estuary
• Mona (Museum of Old and New Art) – 25-minute ferry ride from the city, a world-class art museum on the Derwent River

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