Kingston Things to Do

One of the main thoroughfares in Hobart, Liverpool Street spans about 10 blocks and cuts through the city centre before turning into a residential street. Big shopping centers such as Myer and Elizabeth Street Mall can be found... more

Local artisans not only show their work in Aspect Design gallery, but create their beautiful products on site. Hot glassmaker, Peter Rix, is in residence on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. While Geoff Roberts, jeweller, can... more

Halo bar is situated right in the heart of the Hobart mall on the busy Elizabeth Street. Drinks are cheap and varied. DJs play funky house and lounge music all through the week to keep the jam-packed house entertained. Halo cat... more

Despite the name, Kaos Cafe is a relaxed café to while away time or arrange to meet a friend. The decor has a slightly retro feel, enhanced by the interesting floor pattern, the 50's shape of the furniture and funky wall object... more

The original signal station was built in 1861 to provide warning that ships were coming into the harbor and to act as a semaphore communication point with Port Arthur. The present outlook house was built in 1910 and provides a... more

By car or on foot, a wonderful smorgasbord of incredibly beautiful wilderness experiences are available, including rugged mountains, coastal panorama, glacial lakes, wild rivers, and alpine meadows alongside places of historic... more

Built in 1811, Anglesea Barracks are the oldest military establishment in Australia. Many of the buildings have been restored and the external grounds are open to the public. Access to the interior of the barracks is limited to... more

A great illustrated color map will take you on a terrific walk around the historic precincts of Hobart. Produced by the Battery Point and Sullivan's Cove Progress Association, the map can be bought from many local businesses. T... more

Between 1847 and 1854 a prison and probation centre was in operation on this site. The euphemism "Factory" was an attempt to give the impression of rehabilitation. In reality, women were imprisoned and treated in much the same... more

The views over the city from this mountain are only rivaled by those from the more famous Mount Wellington but as the higher mountain is often shrouded in mist or inaccessible in snowy conditions, a visit to this lookout can pr... more