Ridgeway
Hobart
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Cascade Brewery
Step back into the past at the oldest brewery in Australia, a striking Gothic building near Hobart, and try some of the best beers in the country.
Things to do
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Hobart: kunanyi/Mt Wellington Explorer Bus Pass
Hobart Sightseeing Cruise including Iron Pot Lighthouse
Top hotels in Ridgeway
Wrest Point
I enjoyed the clean and comfortable environment, easy access to amenities. I would have appreciated a microwave in the rooms. Rocky was amazingly helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
The atrium area is so great! Views, service, location everything was 1st class! Highly recommended!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
A good priced hotel, which was within walking distance of all the sights. I would definitely recommend and return if in Hobart
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Good location, the room was very clean and comfortable.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart
Staff was so helpful in getting us acquainted with the room. Room had lots of amenities.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Doubletree By Hilton Hobart
Good service and the staff were helpful especially the kitchen staff, breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ridgeway
South Hobart
South Hobart is noteworthy for its art galleries, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cascades Female Factory Historic Site and Cascade Brewery.
Sandy Bay
The abundant dining options and casinos are top of the list for many visitors to Sandy Bay. A stop by Wrest Point Casino or Long Beach might round out your trip.
West Hobart
Waterfront views, shopping, and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy about West Hobart. Check out Rosedown Gardens or Knocklofty Park while you're exploring the area.
Battery Point
Abundant dining options and waterfront views are well-reviewed features of Battery Point. Make a stop by top sights like Narryna Heritage Museum while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
