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Founded in 1804 as a penal colony, Hobart is one of Australia's oldest cities. Much of the city has been well preserved, with travellers being well catered for. The Royal Tasmania Botanical Gardens showcases the island states local flora and the world's only subantarctic plant house. Discover premier art from Australian and internationally renowned artists at The Museum of old and new art or MONA as it's locally known. Salamanca markets come to life on Saturdays and over 300 stallholders sell produce, arts and crafts and items from all over Tasmania. Sullivans Cove is the main waterfront area adjacent to Hobart city and popular for the restaurants and bars that dot this area. It is also home to all kinds of pleasure craft as well as the bright orange Antarctic support ships.

South of Hobart, Bruny Island is made up of two separate islands. The north island is comprised of open pastures and light bushland while the south island is home to the regions primary tourist attractions such as the Cape Bruny Lighthouse. Situated north east of Hobart, Port Arthur is a small town and former convict settlement on the Tasman Peninsula. As one of Australia's most significant heritage areas, there is plenty to see and do. Take a ghost tour through the World Heritage listed buildings, discover the former penal colony buildings, take a cruise on the harbour or just soak up the history in this region. Located in the beautiful Huon Valley, the Tahune Airwalk allows guests to walk amongst the tall pine trees and various small towns with boutiques, cafes and art galleries, making it a perfect day trip from Hobart.

Car Hire Suppliers and Depots in Hobart

Our car rental suppliers based in Hobart include Eastcoast, Thrifty, Europcar and Alamo.

We have car hire supplier depots located at Hobart Airport, as well as various downtown locations, for your convenience.

Driving in Hobart

Parking and Tolls

Parking in Hobart's city centre is controlled by on-street parking meters. Parking fees are displayed on the meter, and are in operation from 8:30am - 6:00pm, Monday to Saturday and from 9:00am - 4:00pm on Sunday. The price is approximately $4 per hour for short-term spaces. For longer stays, it is recommended to use off-street secured parking stations. The first 90 minutes are free of charge and then around $3.60 per hour thereafter.

There are currently no tolls in Tasmania.

Useful Driving Distances and Day Trip Ideas in Hobart

• Hobart to Hobart Airport (15km approx. 20mins)
• Hobart to Bruny Island (65 km approx. 2 hours)
• Hobart to Port Arthur (95 km approx. 1hr 20 min)
• Hobart to Huon Valley (50 km approx. 50 min)
• Hobart to Tahune Airwalk 90 km approx. 1hr 30min)

Car Hire in Hobart with Auto Europe

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