Map of Hobart – Suburbs, Waterfront, River & City Guide
This map of Hobart provides a detailed overview of Tasmania’s capital, including its suburbs, waterfront, river setting, major roads and key landmarks. It is designed for general reference, trip planning and understanding how Hobart is laid out.
Hobart is known for its harbour, historic waterfront, hillside suburbs and scenic setting beneath kunanyi / Mount Wellington. Key areas include the CBD, Salamanca, Battery Point, Sandy Bay, North Hobart, Glenorchy, Bellerive and the eastern shore.
Hobart is located in southern Tasmania on the Derwent River and includes major areas such as the CBD, Salamanca, Battery Point, Sandy Bay, North Hobart, Glenorchy, Bellerive and the wider eastern shore.
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This Hobart map highlights the Derwent River, waterfront precincts, hillside suburbs and major routes across Tasmania’s capital.
Where Is Hobart Located?
Hobart is located in southern Tasmania on the Derwent River. It sits between the river and the slopes of kunanyi / Mount Wellington, giving the city a distinctive harbour-and-hills setting.
- West: foothills and kunanyi / Mount Wellington slopes
- East: eastern shore suburbs across the Derwent River
- North: Glenorchy, Moonah and northern suburban corridor
- South: lower estuary direction, Sandy Bay and southern suburbs
Main Areas and Suburbs of Hobart
Hobart includes a compact city centre, historic waterfront districts, older inner suburbs, northern suburban areas and a separate eastern shore across the river.
- Hobart CBD — city centre and main commercial district
- Salamanca — waterfront precinct known for markets, heritage buildings and dining
- Battery Point — historic waterfront-adjacent suburb
- Sandy Bay — major inner southern residential and university area
- North Hobart — inner northern dining and residential district
- West Hobart — hillside inner suburb west of the CBD
- Glenorchy — major northern suburban centre
- Moonah — northern mixed residential and commercial area
- Bellerive — key eastern shore suburb
- Kingston — major southern suburban growth area
Key Suburbs and Landmarks
- Salamanca Place — historic waterfront precinct and major visitor area
- Battery Point — heritage streets, cottages and harbour-side character
- Constitution Dock — central waterfront and marina area
- kunanyi / Mount Wellington — dominant mountain backdrop west of the city
- Sandy Bay — riverside suburb south of the CBD
- North Hobart — restaurant and entertainment strip
- Bellerive — eastern shore suburb with beach, village area and stadium precinct
- Rosny — eastern shore commercial and transport hub
- Glenorchy — northern suburban centre
- Hobart Airport — located east of the city near Cambridge
Major Areas of Hobart Explained
- City and waterfront — includes the CBD, Salamanca, Constitution Dock and nearby harbour precincts
- Inner Hobart — includes Battery Point, Sandy Bay, North Hobart and West Hobart
- Northern suburbs — includes Moonah, New Town and Glenorchy
- Eastern shore — includes Bellerive, Rosny, Howrah and surrounding suburbs
- Southern growth areas — includes Kingston and surrounding districts
Key Geographic Features
- Derwent River — central waterway shaping the city
- kunanyi / Mount Wellington — major mountain landmark west of Hobart
- Hobart waterfront — major tourism and harbour feature
- Hillside suburbs — common across the western side of the city
- Estuary setting — important to Hobart’s layout, views and harbour access
- Bridge crossings — essential links between the city and eastern shore
Hobart Transport and Road Map Overview
A map of Hobart is especially useful for understanding the city’s river crossings, hillside streets and links between the city centre, northern suburbs, southern suburbs and eastern shore.
- Tasman Bridge corridor — major route between the city side and eastern shore
- Brooker Highway — key north-south urban corridor linking the CBD with northern suburbs
- Southern Outlet — main route linking Hobart with Kingston and southern areas
- Davey Street and Macquarie Street — major city traffic corridors
- Airport access — Hobart Airport is located on the eastern side of the river
- Hillside streets — important for understanding travel times around West Hobart, Mount Stuart and Sandy Bay
Why People Search for a Map of Hobart
- To understand where the city sits relative to the Derwent River and kunanyi / Mount Wellington
- To locate Battery Point, Salamanca, Sandy Bay, North Hobart and the waterfront
- To compare the western city side with the eastern shore
- To plan routes between the CBD, Hobart Airport, Glenorchy, Bellerive and Kingston
- To see how Hobart fits into southern Tasmania
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Hobart Map FAQs
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Where is Hobart located?
Hobart is located in southern Tasmania on the Derwent River. -
What are the main areas of Hobart?
Main areas include the CBD, Salamanca, Battery Point, Sandy Bay, North Hobart, Glenorchy and the eastern shore. -
What mountain overlooks Hobart?
kunanyi / Mount Wellington overlooks Hobart from the west. -
Is Hobart split by a river?
Yes. The Derwent River separates the main western city side from the eastern shore suburbs.
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