South Tasmania

Derwent valley Town

New Norfolk is only a 20 mile drive along the Derwent Valley, north from Hobart, situated at the point where the River Derwent starts to widen substantially. New Norfolk was originally called Elizabeth Town but was re-named by Norfolk Island settlers after they abandoned the isolated island in the early 1800's.

This is another quaint and charming (with an English feel) Tasmanian town with many heritage status buildings. The waterside setting provides scenic walks but the sedate surroundings are contrasted by some of the more active tourist pursuits which include jet boating and water skiing on the Derwent River.

Hops

New Norfolk and the surrounding area has produced hops for over 100 years and today the majority of the hops used in Tasmanian beer production comes from here. Tasmania beer has a deserved reputation throughout Australia and overseas. Well known beer producers include Cascade, James Boags and Hazards (although they are not all based in the same region).

There is much to see and do, including visiting the Derwent Valley Railway, tours of some of the heritage properties, and the local paper mill, art galleries, museums, golf and gardens. There is a good selection of accommodation, with some luxuriously converted historic properties.

See Hobart Region Map.

Spirit Of Tasmania

The various Spirit Of Tasmania ships cross between mainland Australia (Melbourne and Sydney) and Devonport, Tasmania. Please see the following links to book Melbourne to Devonport crossings:
Melbourne to Devonport.
Devonport to Melbourne.

Hobart Accommodation

Hobart has hotels in waterside and city locations. Click here for full list of Hobart accommodation. page.

Salamanca Terraces Apartment Hotel

The renowned Salamanca Markets held every Saturday are accessible by stepping out the front door of Salamanca Terraces.

Corus Hotel Hobart

High levels of guest comfort and services surrounded by contemporary design and Tasmanian art. Bars, restaurants and superb location.

Grand Chancellor Hotel Hobart

Tasmanian timbers, polished granite and artworks add an elegant touch to every room. Majestic views over the Derwent River, Mt Wellington and the City.

Rydges Hotel Hobart

Old blends with the polish of the new, the small boutique hotel heritage listed buildings capture the very essence of historic Hobart.

Shoreline Hotel/Motel Hobart

Located on Hobart's Eastern Shore with superb views across the Derwent River to Hobart city and Mount Wellington.