Attractions:
Hobart has a wealth of attractions sure to keep you busy! Whether you want to spend your time exploring controversial art at MONA, sipping wine at the Taste of Tasmania or gambling your money away at the Wrest Point Hotel Casino, there’s something to tickle the fancies of everyone.
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA):
Australia’s largest privately owned museum is located on the banks of Hobart’s Derwent River. If you’re a lover of the weird and wonderful than MONA is the place to be. Described as a ‘subversive adult Disneyland’ (http://www.abc.net.au/local/photos.htm), MONA is home to a range of antiques and modern and contemporary art, all of which are updated regularly. MONA also hosts popular annual festivals MOFO and Dark MOFO, which showcase some of the best art and performances on offer, both locally and internationally.
https://www.mona.net.au/
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG):
If you are after a more conservative approach to art, look no further then the Tasmanian Museum and Art gallery. TMAG encompasses the museum, art gallery and herbarium, preserving Tasmania’s unique cultural heritage and identity. It should be the first stop for those passionate about history and culture.
http://www.tmag.tas.gov.au/
Taste of Tasmania
Held annually over the New Year period, the Taste of Tasmania draws thousands of visitors to what has become a foodie heaven. Complimented by a range of performances and events, the Taste offers more than 70 food and beverage stalls, sure to cater to the needs of everyone. Make sure you set some time aside to catch the Taste’s New Years party, where you can get an awesome view of the fireworks, with a drink in hand and ready to dance the night away!
http://www.thetasteoftasmania.com.au/
Hobart has a wealth of attractions sure to keep you busy! Whether you want to spend your time exploring controversial art at MONA, sipping wine at the Taste of Tasmania or gambling your money away at the Wrest Point Hotel Casino, there’s something to tickle the fancies of everyone.
Museum of Old and New Art (MONA):
Australia’s largest privately owned museum is located on the banks of Hobart’s Derwent River. If you’re a lover of the weird and wonderful than MONA is the place to be. Described as a ‘subversive adult Disneyland’ (http://www.abc.net.au/local/photos.htm), MONA is home to a range of antiques and modern and contemporary art, all of which are updated regularly. MONA also hosts popular annual festivals MOFO and Dark MOFO, which showcase some of the best art and performances on offer, both locally and internationally.
https://www.mona.net.au/
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG):
If you are after a more conservative approach to art, look no further then the Tasmanian Museum and Art gallery. TMAG encompasses the museum, art gallery and herbarium, preserving Tasmania’s unique cultural heritage and identity. It should be the first stop for those passionate about history and culture.
http://www.tmag.tas.gov.au/
Taste of Tasmania
Held annually over the New Year period, the Taste of Tasmania draws thousands of visitors to what has become a foodie heaven. Complimented by a range of performances and events, the Taste offers more than 70 food and beverage stalls, sure to cater to the needs of everyone. Make sure you set some time aside to catch the Taste’s New Years party, where you can get an awesome view of the fireworks, with a drink in hand and ready to dance the night away!
http://www.thetasteoftasmania.com.au/