Geilston Bay
Hobart
Visit Geilston Bay
Popular places to visit
Salamanca Place
Spend a day in this area where sandstone warehouses are now home to gourmet restaurants, trendy bars, galleries and a busy Saturday market.
Salamanca Market
During your visit to Tasmanian Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Salamanca Market. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Wrest Point Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Wrest Point Casino during your visit to Hobart? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Constitution Dock
History seeps from the stones on Hobart’s waterfront, where colonial buildings are now galleries and where you can eat fresh seafood and watch a famous yacht race.
Museum of Old and New Art
Hobart’s remarkable Museum of Old and New Art has a surprising mix of thought-provoking installation art, modern paintings, sculptures and ancient artefacts.
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
See rare and ancient plants, edible landscapes and exotic specimens at one of Australia's oldest public gardens.
Things to do
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Kempton: Craft Distillery Tour with Gin & Whisky Tasting
Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch
Admission to Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
Cape Raoul Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Top hotels in Geilston Bay
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
N/a
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Hotel was satisfactory
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
We really enjoyed our 4 night stay, comfortable bed. We were upgraded because of night road works to a kingsize bedroom, which was great. Location 8s perfect to walk anywhere in town. We would recommend highly
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Overall a good experience
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Wrest Point
Just very pleasant
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
The hotel is a bit dated but clean. Service and staff are great. The hotel locates near the city centre in walking distance. We enjoyed our stay there.
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Geilston Bay
Lindisfarne
Unique features of Lindisfarne include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by Gordons Hill Nature Recreation Area or Meehan Range Nature Recreation Area while you're exploring the area.
New Town
New Town is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tasmanian Hockey Centre and Runnymede.
Bellerive
If you're spending some time in Bellerive, Bellerive Quay and Blundstone Arena are top sights worth seeing.
North Hobart
Travelers come to North Hobart for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like North Hobart Oval and Train Park while you're in town.
Sullivan's Cove
A noteworthy feature of Sullivan's Cove is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Constitution Dock and Franklin Wharf.
Hobart Central Business District
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hobart Central Business District. Make a stop by Playhouse Theatre or Parliament House while you're exploring the area.
