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Hobart

Hobart is the capital city of Tasmania and is Australia's second oldest city, after Sydney. Hobart sits along the Derwent River and began humbly as a penal colony. Hobart is now a small and intimate city with a population of around 255,000 (as of 2024) in the Greater Hobart area. The city is renowned for its many historic buildings, including the famous Salamanca Place, and is the gateway to Southern Tasmania. Hobart played a major role during the heroic age of Antarctic exploration and is one of the five gateway cities to Antarctica.

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  1. BuyFlea market

    Salamanca Market

    A major Saturday morning attraction for locals and visitors. Situated in front of large sandstone warehouses which have been converted into a maze of craftsmen's workshops, giftshops, restaurants and other 'artsy-crafty' shops. Market stalls are one of the cheapest places to buy Tasmanian timber products.

    Sat 8:30AM-3PM

  2. BuyBookshop

    Hobart Bookshop

    A small but cosy feeling bookstore that is nearly overflowing with a whole range of books to choose from. They have a huge range of educational books and also have a Tasmanian book section. For any book purchases they offer complimentary gift-wrapping.

    Mon-Fri 9AM-6PM, Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun 10AM-5PM · Wheelchair accessible

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    Fullers Bookshop

    Established in 1920, Fullers is a popular independent bookstore that also runs a local publishing house. They often host book signings and events. While specialists in local authors, they also offer bestsellers, stationery, puzzles & games, and a large range of local guides. After you have made your purchase you can sit in the cafe area to read your book while having something to eat or drink.

    Mon-Fri 9AM-6PM, Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun 10AM-4PM

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    Cracked and Spineless New and Used Books

    A mixed secondhand and new bookstore, best known for once finding a lost Napoleonic-era diary in the back room,. They feature an extremely eclectic range of books and have been Hobart's premier secondhand bookstore for 30 years. Their social media is extremely popular in Hobart for its off-colour jokes.

    Mon-Fri 9AM-5:30PM, Sat 9:30AM-4PM

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    Cat and Fiddle Arcade

    A renovated shopping mall that has fast become a premier shopping destination in Hobart, with many national Australian retailers now calling the Cat and Fiddle home. The mall has long been famous for an animated clock within the food court that acts out The Cat and the Fiddle nursery rhyme on the hour.

    Mon-Sat 9AM-5:30PM, Sun 10AM-4PM

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    Farm Gate Market

    This outdoor market is brimming with fresh seasonal produce, dairy products, wine and other food items from around Tasmania. If you consider yourself a foodie then this is a must when visiting Hobart.

    Sun 9AM-1PM

  7. BuySpecialty food shop

    Spice World

    If you love herbs and spices this is the place to go. With over 300 types of herbs, spices and curry mixes there is bound to be something you want. They also sell other cooking staples such as flours, nuts, pulses, rices and essences.

    Mon-Fri 8:30AM-6PM, Sat 9AM-4PM

  8. BuyBookshop

    State Cinema Bookstore

    Adjacent to the State Cinema (hence the name), this bookshop specialises in non-fiction, travel, art, fashion, architecture along with a range of fiction titles. They also have a great range of stationery items.

    Sun-Thu 10AM-6:30PM, Fri Sat 10AM-9PM

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    Wursthaus Kitchen

    One of Hobart's famous establishments that specialises in all things food and wine. This gourmet food shop sells a whole range of items including deli goods, sausages (or wurst for those who speak German), wines, cheeses, pre-prepared meals and breads. They also hold cooking classes and can arrange hampers and catering orders.

    Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-5PM, Sun 9AM-5PM

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    Myer

    A standalone of Australia's largest department store chain selling homewares, bedding, electronics, cosmetics, fashion, accessories, etc. On the fashion front at Myer they stock many popular Australian and International designer labels in addition to their own range of private brands.

    Mon-Thu 9AM-6PM, Fri 9AM-7PM, Sat 9AM-5PM, Sun 10AM-4PM

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    Truckle & co.

    For all things Italian Truckle & co. is a one-stop shop. There is an impressive array of cheeses for you to sample and purchase along with a whole range of smallgoods, pastas, oils, truffles, etc.

    Mon-Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-4PM

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    The Italian Pantry

    This family-run business has been providing Tasmania with the best provincial Italian food, regional wines and beers along with aperitif spirits since 2006. The business has grown and flourished and developed in-house pasta manufacturing, restaurant and cooking school.

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    Elizabeth Mall

    A pedestrianised street in the heart of Hobart's CBD that has become one of the main shopping strips of the city. There are also several connecting laneways and arcades that lead to other shopping venues, so don't be afraid to deviate from the main street.

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    Hobart Twilight Market

    A lively handmade and food market on the pier of Hobart. A second market with the same stallholders also runs sometimes at Long Beach Park, Sandy Bay

    March to June, see website for changing dates

  15. BuyArt shop

    Artery

    137 Collins Street, Hobart

    Mo-Fr 09:00-17:30 · Limited wheelchair access

  16. BuyRecord shop

    Suffragette Records

    52 Sandy Bay Road, Battery Point

    Tu-Fr 11:00-17:00; Sa 10:00-15:00

  17. BuyAntiques

    Antiques on Retro

    128 Bathurst St

  18. BuyBookshop

    Deja Vu Books

    77 Salamanca Place, Battery Point

    Tu-Su 10:00-16:00

  19. BuyBookshop

    Geographica

    110 Elizabeth Street, Hobart

  20. BuyAntiques

    Stonewall Antiques

    102 Bathurst St

  21. BuyArt shop

    The picture gallery

    41 Murray St

  22. BuyDeli

    Lipscombe Larder

    527 Sandy Bay Rd

  23. BuyCraft shop

    Artosaurus Gallery and Studios

    71a Main Rd

  24. BuySecond-hand shop

    Australian Red Cross Shop

    123 Elizabeth St

  25. BuySpecialty food shop

    Eumarrah Hobart

    39 Barrack St

  26. BuyChocolatier

    Federation Artisan Chocolate

    3 Victoria St

  27. BuyAntiques

    Lauder & Howard Antiques & Fine Art

    185 Campbell St

  28. BuySpecialty food shop

    Passione Foods

    41 Main Rd

  29. BuyFarmers market

    Tasmanian Produce Market

    20 Kangaroo Bay Dr