π¦πΊ Hobart, Tasmania Travel Guide: 6 Days 5 Nights Without a Car
1οΈβ£ Transportation βοΈ Sydney to Hobart: By plane π Airport to city & longer distances: Uber πΆ City exploration: On foot π To Richmond: Bus 725/726 (bring cash π΅) 2οΈβ£ Accommodation π¨ DoubleTree by Hilton Hobart Located in the city center, 10-min walk to shopping malls (Lululemon, Arcβteryx) and day tour pickup points Newly renovated and opened in late Novβearly Dec 2024; quiet, clean, and comfortable Restaurant inside the lobby, gym available in the building Complimentary cookies at check-in were delicious! π Deposit required but refunded quickly Luggage storage available π‘ Cabin Stay in Sandy Bay A wooden cabin on a hill β felt like staying in a dating show cabin! π A wonderfully cozy experience β spent half the day in Richmond and returned to celebrate a friendβs birthday π Since itβs on a hill, itβs best to buy groceries in advance or order delivery 3οΈβ£ Day Tours Day 2: Maria Island Shuttle bus: $55 per person (Pickup: Brooke St Pier; Depart 6:45β8:10 AM; Return 5:00β6:15 PM) Ferry: $54 per person (Triabunna β Maria Island; Depart 8:30 AM, Return 4:15 PM) Daily pass: Group discount, ~$11.65 per person β οΈ No food or water sold on the island β bring your own! β οΈ Bring a trash bag β no littering allowed π Souvenirs are sold at the check-in point before boarding β buy them in the morning (closed on return) β Simple drinks and snacks available on the ferry Day 3: Tasman Peninsula Wilderness Cruise & Port Arthur Historic Site 3-hour cruise: See seals π¦, dolphins π¬, whales π³, and many birds Breakfast (coffee + pastry) and lunch (salmon banh mi + snacks/drinks) included. Extra items available for purchase β οΈ The boat ride is VERY bumpy β not recommended if you get seasick! π§₯ Red windproof/waterproof jackets provided. Still recommend: Wearing a windbreaker underneath A beanie or snug hat Waterproof pants and shoes Day 4: Salamanca Market (Saturday only) + Mount Wellington Shuttle Shuttle to Mt. Wellington: $45 per person Explore the famous market in the morning β local crafts, food, and lively atmosphere! ποΈπ #Tasmania #Hobart #TravelGuide #NoCarTravel #Australia #ItineraryShare