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 casinos and lively bars 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
Bruny Island Food, Sightseeing, Guided Lighthouse Tour & Lunch
Hobart: 24-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Port Arthur full-day Guided Tour with Harbour Cruise
Derwent River Historic Harbour Cruise From Hobart
Full-Day Bruny Island Cruises Day Tour from Hobart
Top hotels in Ridgeway
Hotel Grand Chancellor Hobart
Fantastic location for the harbour and surrounding areas! Got a fantastic rate for my midweek stay! Room was great!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Wrest Point
Good location with car parking . Fairly quiet .
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Hobart
Average No natural light is a downer Location good though
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
ibis Styles Hobart
Thanks so much for a wonderful stay. The service by staff was wonderful
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026
Allurity Hotel
Staff where great, the hotel is in a good position to get around Hobart & clean, parking was good, the only downside was the hotel could do with a touch up
Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026
The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
Nice clean and spacious rooms!
Reviewed on Mar 26, 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 Cascade Brewery and Cascades Female Factory Historic Site.
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 Knocklofty Park or Rosedown Gardens 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 Hobart Town Hall 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.
