Pop 128,603. See map on page 1?11, ref M18. Capital of Tasmania and the second oldest capital city in the Commonwealth. Hobart lies at the foot of Mount Wellington and its suburbs span both banks of the Derwent River. Hobart city centre features shopping arcades, fashion boutiques, gift shops and many cafes and restaurants. The interpretive display beside Victoria Dock details the Hobart Town settlement founded by Colonel David Collins in 1804.
FESTIVALS: Sydney to Hobart, Melbourne to Hobart Yacht Races (Jan), Royal Hobart Regatta (Feb), Botanical Gardens Tulip Festival (Sep), Christmas Pageant, North Hobart Fiesta (Nov).
ACTIVITIES: Boat ramp, Boating, Rock climbing, Rowing, Sailing, Swimming (Aquatic Centre), Tennis.
ACCESS: Car via Highway (1) or Tasman Hwy (A3).
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