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Hobart, Australia

Hobart Port

Introduction

Hobart is the capital of Tasmania and on the south end of the island.

Where You're Docked

Cruise ships dock at Macquarie Wharf on the southeast part of the city. There are multiple piers in this area. A shuttle may be provided to take you a little bit closer to town if you're docked further out.

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Money & Tipping

Australia's currency is the Australian dollar (AUD). Bills are plastic with coins for $2 and under. Australia has eliminated the penny and cash transactions are rounded up or down to the nearest nickel. Taxes are inclusive on sticker prices of items and tipping is not common. Money exchange can be done at any bank. When changing money, make sure you get a good rate and don't pay commission. ATM's are readily available. Tipping is not customary in Australia.

Local Transportation

The Hobart Central Business District (CBD) is fairly small and can easily be explored on foot.

Hotels

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Sights

• Battery Point - this historic area is behind Salamanca with Princes Park at the end.
• Royal Botanical Garden - 2 km away from the CBD. Be sure to visit the subantarctic plant house. http://www.rtbg.tas.gov.au/
• Port Arthur - This former penal colony is Tasmania's top attraction. Located 60 miles southeast of Hobart (approx 90 minute drive).

Been Here Before

Head out to Mount Wellington. Public buses run to a town at the base, Fern Tree. http://www.wellingtonpark.org.au

Shopping & Restaurants

Elizabeth St Mall is the outdoor pedestrian mall in the city. There are several shopping centers in this area including the Centro Cat and Fiddle and Centrepoint. There is a Woolworth's supermarket at 44 Argyle St (by Liverppol).

Salamanca in the main restaurant and bar neighbourhood. There is a square hidden behind the main road in this area. The harbour area has plenty of seafood restaurants. There is a market setup on the lawns by the waterfront every Saturday 8:30 to 3pm.

Internet

Cafes and restaurants may provide free wifi for customers.

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Weather

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